Beach town in La Libertad, El Salvador
El Zonte weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to El Zonte
Nov–Apr is dry; surf is best Apr–Oct but rainy-season storms and flooding are common. March–April is hot.
El Zonte weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°4 mm
- Feb32°5 mm
- Mar33°8 mm
- Apr33°39 mm
- May32°193 mm
- Jun31°232 mm
- Jul31°197 mm
- Aug31°246 mm
- Sep30°283 mm
- Oct30°226 mm
- Nov30°48 mm
- Dec31°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 4 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| February | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 5 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C91°F | 26°C78°F | 8 mm | 61% | Hot |
| April | 33°C91°F | 27°C81°F | 39 mm | 65% | Hot |
| May | 32°C89°F | 27°C81°F | 193 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 27°C80°F | 232 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| July | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 197 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 246 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 283 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C86°F | 26°C78°F | 226 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| November | 30°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 48 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 10 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
Best months across El Salvador
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| El Tunco | Nov–Apr | Mar (33°C) |
| El Zonte | Nov–Apr | Mar (33°C) |
| San Salvador | Nov–Apr | Mar (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit El Zonte?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is dry; surf is best Apr–Oct but rainy-season storms and flooding are common. March–April is hot.
When is the rainy season in El Zonte?
Rain peaks in September with about 283 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Oct.
What is the hottest month in El Zonte?
March, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does El Zonte get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 24°C (75°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.