Guatemala City vs San Salvador in May

Guatemala City is the better pick in May — 82 vs 60 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Guatemala City is hot, a little rain, while San Salvador is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Guatemala City vs San Salvador — May climate, side by side

🇬🇹 Guatemala City🇸🇻 San Salvador
Comfort score82/100 (A)60/100 (C)
Feels-like high29°C36°C
Avg high / low27° / 18°31° / 22°
Rainfall61 mm200 mm
Rainy days1025
Humidity74%81%
Air quality (AQI)9076

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Guatemala City vs San Salvador in May — FAQ

Is May better in Guatemala City or San Salvador?
Guatemala City is the better pick in May — 82 vs 60 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Guatemala City is hot, a little rain, while San Salvador is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Guatemala City vs San Salvador in May?
In May, Guatemala City averages 27°C high / 18°C low with about 61 mm of rain; San Salvador averages 31°C high / 22°C low with about 200 mm.