El Salvador weather in December
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

December in El Salvador: an average of 23°, about 0 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 11h 11m of daylight, with light from about 06:20 to 17:31. December is one of the best months to visit El Salvador: comfortable weather and little rain. Expect high-season prices and crowds.
El Salvador in December
Every day in December, the multi-year average
December in El Salvador, what works
Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.
What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Holidays & events in El Salvador
- 25 DecemberChristmas Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
December in El Salvador, FAQ
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El Salvador — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
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Rates in El Salvador shift daily. See what your night costs now.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset