Our verdict
The best time to visit Salvador is September-November
In summer, the average maximum temperature is around 29℃ (84℉), but temperatures can sometimes reach as high as 30℃ (86℉) on the hottest days of the year. The weather in the winter, especially around August, can reach a minimum of 22℃ (72℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Salvador, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around January. The wet season in Salvador falls around May, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in November instead.
Continue reading to find out loads more about when to travel to Salvador, then use the handy tools below to search for the best flight and hotel options that are right for you.
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Salvador seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Salvador as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Salvador is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Salvador
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Salvador for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Salvador climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Salvador for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Salvador in January
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 59mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in January, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in February
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 59mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in March
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 102mm (4") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in April
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 168mm (7") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in May
- Average temperature: 26℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 211mm (8") over 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in June
- Average temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 134mm (5") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in July
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 106mm (4") over 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in August
- Average temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 83mm (3") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in September
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Salvador in October
- Average temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 85mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in November
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 49mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Salvador in December
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 67mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Salvador in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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