Best time to surf in El Salvador
April to November for intermediate surfers, March to April, June to November for beginners, and June for the biggest waves. Month by month below, from 2 years of hourly wave and wind model data at 21 spots. Updated 3 November 2026.
| Month | Good days (intermediate) | Beginner days | Good days (advanced) | Typical waves | Water | Best region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0.6–1 m | 28 °C | La Libertad |
| February | 2 | 15 | 0 | 0.7–1.1 m | 28 °C | La Libertad |
| March | 6 | 19 | 2 | 0.9–1.3 m | 29 °C | La Libertad |
| April | 9 | 20 | 5 | 1–1.4 m | 30 °C | La Libertad |
| May | 8 | 18 | 5 | 1–1.4 m | 31 °C | La Libertad |
| June | 16 | 22 | 7 | 1–1.6 m | 31 °C | La Libertad |
| July | 17 | 25 | 6 | 0.9–1.3 m | 31 °C | La Libertad |
| August | 12 | 25 | 2 | 0.9–1.3 m | 31 °C | La Libertad |
| September | 11 | 24 | 2 | 0.9–1.3 m | 31 °C | La Libertad |
| October | 10 | 25 | 4 | 0.8–1.2 m | 30 °C | La Libertad |
| November | 8 | 23 | 3 | 0.8–1.2 m | 29 °C | La Libertad |
| December | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0.6–1 m | 29 °C | La Libertad |
Days per month at the best third of the spots for each level, rated the way the app rates them. Model data, not observations. Method.
By region
| Region | Intermediate | Beginners | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Libertad | April to November | February to April, June to November | 28–31 °C |
| Usulutan | June to August | June to November | 28–31 °C |
Questions
What is the best month to surf in El Salvador?
July, with about 17 good days for an intermediate surfer at the best spots. The best run of months is April to November.
When is the best time to surf in El Salvador for beginners?
March to April, June to November, when the beginner spots have the most days of small, clean waves.
When are the biggest waves in El Salvador?
June has the biggest typical surf (about 1–1.6 m at the spots we follow). That is the season for experienced surfers.
Can you surf in El Salvador in summer?
Yes: June to August still bring about 15 good days a month for intermediate surfers.
How warm is the water in El Salvador?
About 28 °C in February (Boardshorts / rash vest) to 31 °C in July (Boardshorts / rash vest).
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