Is January a good time for surfing at El Zonte?
January is a good month for surfing at El Zonte (best: May–June, August–October). Waves 1.1 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 32°C.
Plan your trip to El ZonteEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 29°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 32°C by day, 24°C at night
- Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 31 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 2; a day can have both
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height; when equal, warmer water first.
Other surfing spots in El Salvador in January →Where to go surfing in January →Schools and camps near El Zonte
- Horizonte Surf Camp 0.2 km
- Puro Surf 0.3 km
- Looking 2 Good Surf & Beachfront Hotel 0.4 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at El Zonte?
January is a good month for surfing at El Zonte (best: May–June, August–October). Waves 1.1 m, water 29°C (no wetsuit), air 32°C.
How warm is the water at El Zonte in January?
About 29°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at El Zonte in January?
About 1.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at El Zonte in January?
Around 32°C by day and 24°C at night; sun (6+ hours) on about 31 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 2; a day can have both.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Barra de la Cruz (1.6 m waves), Salina Cruz (1.6 m waves), Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.5 m waves), Witch's Rock – Playa Naranjo (1.5 m waves), Playa Colorado (1.5 m waves) & Playa Maderas (1.5 m waves).
