The best times to visit Sonzacate for ideal weather are

November 12th to May 13th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Sonzacate Travel Info

Weather in Sonzacate

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sonzacate vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Sonzacate, the hottest months are April, March, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 92.9°F (33.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.2°F (25.1°C) at night.

Sonzacate Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sonzacate Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Sonzacate Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sonzacate Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sonzacate Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 90.5 84.4 74.8
Feb 90.6 85.1 75.5
Mar 91.4 86.3 76.5
Apr 92 86.5 77.5
May 91.7 85.7 77
Jun 90.3 84.2 75.8
Jul 91 84.7 75.2
Aug 90.7 84.2 74.6
Sep 89.3 82.8 74.6
Oct 89.3 83.2 74.2
Nov 90.6 84.3 74.3
Dec 90.9 84.6 74.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.5 29.1 23.8
Feb 32.6 29.5 24.2
Mar 33 30.2 24.7
Apr 33.3 30.3 25.3
May 33.2 29.8 25
Jun 32.4 29 24.3
Jul 32.8 29.3 24
Aug 32.6 29 23.7
Sep 31.8 28.2 23.7
Oct 31.8 28.4 23.4
Nov 32.6 29.1 23.5
Dec 32.7 29.2 23.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sonzacate are February, March, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 10th.

When can you find snow in Sonzacate? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Sonzacate.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sonzacate (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.6
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 15% 0 4.2
Jun 25% 0 8.4
Jul 20% 0 4.4
Aug 18% 0 3.8
Sep 30% 0 8.4
Oct 19% 0 10.5
Nov 3% 0 1.2
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 1.5
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 15 0 10.7
Jun 25 0 21.3
Jul 20 0 11.2
Aug 18 0 9.7
Sep 30 0 21.3
Oct 19 0 26.7
Nov 3 0 3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Sonzacate has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (51.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (72%).

Wind in Sonzacate is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 11.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Sonzacate.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.1 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.2 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.5 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 5 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.4 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51.9%
Feb 55%
Mar 52.7%
Apr 59.2%
May 63.1%
Jun 69.5%
Jul 66%
Aug 68.3%
Sep 72%
Oct 68.5%
Nov 60.1%
Dec 51.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sonzacate?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for El Salvador; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Sonzacate, El Salvador is July, followed by February and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Sonzacate in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 46.6 in December means 46.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Sonzacate Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 92.9°F (33.8°C) and 90.1°F (32.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Sonzacate, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.6°F (33.1°C) and 88.2°F (31.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Sonzacate to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 91.2°F (32.9°C) and 90.2°F (32.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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