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What are temporales in El Salvador?

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In El Salvador, temporales refer to the heavy rains that occur during the country's winter season, which lasts from May to October.1

These rains are a defining feature of the local climate, which is characterized by a distinct wet season followed by a dry summer season from November to April.1