Weather in August
August in
El Salvador marks the peak of the rainy season, with significant rainfall similar to the preceding months. The temperatures persist within the familiar range of 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), consistent with the tropical climate of the country. Coastal areas and regions of lower altitude typically experience the higher end of this temperature range, while higher altitude areas, such as Santa Ana, see slightly cooler conditions.
In the capital, San Salvador, temperatures in August generally hover around 27°C (80.6°F), maintaining consistency with the previous months of the rainy season. Santa Ana, located at a higher altitude, experiences average temperatures around 24°C (75.2°F), providing a cooler contrast to the coastal regions.
August experiences considerable rainfall, with precipitation levels comparable to those of
June, another peak month for rainfall. As per the rainy season pattern, most showers occur in the afternoon and evening, while mornings often remain dry and sunny.
When compared to
July, August presents a minor increase in rainfall frequency and volume, reaching one of the annual peaks of precipitation. Despite the high likelihood of afternoon and evening showers, mornings typically offer suitable conditions for outdoor activities and exploration. As always, visitors should be prepared for sudden showers characteristic of this season in El Salvador.
- San Salvador - August »
In San Salvador, in August, during 24.2 rainfall days, 159mm (6.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In San Salvador, during August, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation. - Santa Ana - August »
In Santa Ana, in August, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Ana, in August, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. - San Miguel - August »
On the last day of August, in San Miguel sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:04 CST. In San Miguel, during August, the rain falls for 23 days and regularly aggregates up to 262mm (10.31") of precipitation. - Soyapango - August »
On the first day of August in Soyapango, El Salvador, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:24. In Soyapango in August, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 161mm (6.34") of accumulated precipitation. - Santa Tecla - August »
On the first day of August in Santa Tecla, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:25. On the first day of August in Santa Tecla, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:25. - Mejicanos - August »
On the first day of August in Mejicanos sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:24. In Mejicanos, in August, during 24.2 rainfall days, 159mm (6.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Apopa - August »
The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 43°C (109.4°F). On the first day of August in Apopa, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:24. - Delgado - August »
In Delgado, during August, the rain falls for 24.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation. With the advent of August, Delgado's high-temperatures adjust to a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. - Ahuachapan - August »
In Ahuachapan in August, during 21.8 rainfall days, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F). - Ilopango - August »
In Ilopango, El Salvador, in August, during 24.6 rainfall days, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 43°C (109.4°F). - San Marcos - August »
The average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 43°C (109.4°F). San Marcos's average high-temperature marks a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month.