March · El Salvador
Best time to visit El Tunco in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in El Tunco in March
Average temperature 28°C, 96 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 96 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in El Tunco scores 8.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 96 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
El Tunco is a small Pacific surf village in El Salvador, known for black-sand beaches and steady point breaks.
March in El Tunco: strong conditions, 5th of 12
Days in March average 28°C (82°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 96 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in El Tunco in March?
- In March, El Tunco averages 28°C, 96 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is March a good time to visit El Tunco?
- March earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in El Tunco in March?
- Expect about 96 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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