Western El Salvador, El Salvador: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Western El Salvador, El Salvador? If you're planning to go to Western El Salvador, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Western El Salvador, El Salvador

Based on the climate and weather in Western El Salvador, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Western El Salvador, El Salvador

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Western El Salvador, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Western El Salvador, El Salvador by month

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January

January for Western El Salvador is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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February

In February, Western El Salvador is consistently hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 50%.

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March

In March, Western El Salvador is consistently hot. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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April

April in Western El Salvador can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).

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May

In May, Western El Salvador is really hot. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and about half of the time jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 60s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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June

June in Western El Salvador is hot and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).

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July

If you vacation in Western El Salvador during July, you are likely to notice that it is extremely hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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August

In August, Western El Salvador is consistently hot and very stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with several of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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September

If you go to Western El Salvador in September, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very stormy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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October

If you go to Western El Salvador in October, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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November

In November, Western El Salvador is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) and once in a while jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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December

In December, Western El Salvador is hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) and about a third of the time jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Western El Salvador, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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