Current Local Time in El Salvador flagEl Salvador

12hr|24hr
midday
09:05:55am
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
San Salvador • America/El_Salvador

Location

Interactive map loads after hydration. Capital coordinates: 13.69°N, -89.19°E.

Compare Times Live

The interactive time comparison grid loads in the live app. After the page hydrates you can add cities, drag rows, and share custom meeting windows.

SURFING PARADISE AT PUPUCHAMAYAN RUINS OF TAZUMALNATIONAL BIRD: TOROGOSPUPUSA: NATIONAL DISHSAN SALVADOR'S VOLCANIC LANDSCAPECOFFEE CULTURE HERITAGEEL TUNCO BEACH SURF SPOTFAMOUS FOR CARNIVAL DE SAN MIGUELNATIONAL FLOWER: BLACK ORCHIDDANCE OF THE MARIACHISHISTORICAL SITE: JOYA DE CERÉNUNIQUE WOVEN TEXTILESBIRTHPLACE OF OSCAR ROMEROLA LIBERTAD FISHING PORTVOLCAN DE SAN VICENTESURFING PARADISE AT PUPUCHAMAYAN RUINS OF TAZUMALNATIONAL BIRD: TOROGOSPUPUSA: NATIONAL DISHSAN SALVADOR'S VOLCANIC LANDSCAPECOFFEE CULTURE HERITAGEEL TUNCO BEACH SURF SPOTFAMOUS FOR CARNIVAL DE SAN MIGUELNATIONAL FLOWER: BLACK ORCHIDDANCE OF THE MARIACHISHISTORICAL SITE: JOYA DE CERÉNUNIQUE WOVEN TEXTILESBIRTHPLACE OF OSCAR ROMEROLA LIBERTAD FISHING PORTVOLCAN DE SAN VICENTESURFING PARADISE AT PUPUCHAMAYAN RUINS OF TAZUMALNATIONAL BIRD: TOROGOSPUPUSA: NATIONAL DISHSAN SALVADOR'S VOLCANIC LANDSCAPECOFFEE CULTURE HERITAGEEL TUNCO BEACH SURF SPOTFAMOUS FOR CARNIVAL DE SAN MIGUELNATIONAL FLOWER: BLACK ORCHIDDANCE OF THE MARIACHISHISTORICAL SITE: JOYA DE CERÉNUNIQUE WOVEN TEXTILESBIRTHPLACE OF OSCAR ROMEROLA LIBERTAD FISHING PORTVOLCAN DE SAN VICENTE

Country Information

Population
1,807,716
Area
21,041 km²
Largest City
San Salvador
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
SV / SLV
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Spanish
Currency
US Dollar ($) - $100
Coordinates
Decimal:13.6893, -89.1872
DMS:13°41′22″N, 89°11′14″W
Elevation
Highest:2,730 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:1,365 m
International Dialing Code
+503

Time Zones

• America/El_Salvador| CST (UTC-6)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Santa Ana
Southernmost
San Miguel
Easternmost
San Miguel
Westernmost
Sonsonate

About El Salvador

The country has a diverse climate, ranging from tropical in the coastal areas to temperate in the highlands, which supports a variety of ecosystems.
El Salvador's economy is predominantly based on agriculture, with coffee being one of its most important exports historically.
The country experienced a civil war from 1980 to 1992, which resulted in significant social and economic changes and has left a lasting impact on its society.
El Salvador's traditional cuisine includes pupusas, which are thick corn tortillas filled with various ingredients, and have become a symbol of Salvadoran culture.
The country is home to several volcanoes, including the active Izalco, which is known for its frequent eruptions in the 18th and 19th centuries.
El Salvador has a vibrant arts scene, particularly in the fields of literature and visual arts, with notable figures such as poet Roque Dalton.
The country celebrates the Day of the Dead on November 2, where families honor their deceased loved ones with altars and offerings.
Spanish is the official language of El Salvador, and it reflects the country's colonial history and cultural influences.
El Salvador is known for its stunning beaches, such as those in La Libertad, which are popular for surfing and tourism.
The country's national flower is the flor de izote, which holds cultural significance and is often used in traditional dishes.
El Salvador has made notable strides in renewable energy, particularly in the use of geothermal energy harnessed from its volcanic landscape.
Festivals such as Las Fiestas Agostinas in August celebrate the patron saint of San Salvador, featuring parades, music, and cultural events.
The country has a strong tradition of folk music and dance, with marimba being a popular instrument that is integral to many celebrations.

Cities in El Salvador

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

San SalvadorSoyapangoSan MiguelSanta AnaMejicanosSanta TeclaApopaDelgadoSonsonateSan MarcosUsulutánCojutepequeCuscatancingoSan VicenteZacatecolucaSan MartínAhuachapánLa UniónSan Francisco
v3.40-26-gfc5955304-3539-fc59553