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Quick facts about El Salvador
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 13°41′34.4″N 89°13′5.5″W (13.6929, -89.2182) |
| Capital | San Salvador |
| Population | 6.400.000 |
| Area | 8.124 sq mi |
| ISO code | SV |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SLV |
| Currency | US dollar (USD) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +503 |
| Time zone | America/El_Salvador |
| Local time | 2:55 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March and December |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
El Salvador is a country in North America. El Salvador is a country in North America with its capital at San Salvador. It has a population of about 6.4 million. The capital is San Salvador.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in El Salvador with overcast. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 71°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 65%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit El Salvador is January, February, March and December. The climate is tropical. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 66°F.
Nearby highlights include Lake Atitlan.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 7.4°F above the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in El Salvador today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 13°41′34.4″N 89°13′5.5″W (13.6929, -89.2182)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is El Salvador?
El Salvador is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 13.6929, -89.2182. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in El Salvador right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit El Salvador?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in El Salvador, which has a tropical climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is El Salvador in?
El Salvador observes America/El_Salvador (UTC-06:00). The local time is 2:55 AM.
How many people live in El Salvador?
El Salvador has a population of approximately 6.4 million.
What are the top things to do in El Salvador?
Popular options include Lake Atitlan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 2:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
