Berkeley, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Berkeley get?

Berkeley gets 26.1 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 65 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 71% of the US.

December is the wettest month, with 5.3 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. January has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 135 days, to March 31, 2022.

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Berkeley weather by month

Berkeley weather in January

In January, Berkeley averages a high of 58°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The January record high is 78°F (2021) and the record low is 29°F (2007).

Berkeley weather in February

In February, Berkeley averages a high of 61°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The February record high is 81°F (2022) and the record low is 30°F (2011).

Berkeley weather in March

In March, Berkeley averages a high of 64°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The March record high is 87°F (2004) and the record low is 33°F (2002). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in April

In April, Berkeley averages a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 95°F (2004) and the record low is 36°F (2012). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in May

In May, Berkeley averages a high of 70°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The May record high is 101°F (2001) and the record low is 40°F (2010). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in June

In June, Berkeley averages a high of 74°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The June record high is 107°F (2000) and the record low is 45°F (2001). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in July

In July, Berkeley averages a high of 74°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The July record high is 99°F (2006) and the record low is 47°F (2008). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in August

In August, Berkeley averages a high of 74°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The August record high is 104°F (2010) and the record low is 47°F (2008). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in September

In September, Berkeley averages a high of 76°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The September record high is 106°F (2022) and the record low is 44°F (2008). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in October

In October, Berkeley averages a high of 72°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 1.2 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The October record high is 99°F (1980) and the record low is 41°F (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in November

In November, Berkeley averages a high of 64°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The November record high is 86°F (2012) and the record low is 34°F (2010). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Berkeley weather in December

In December, Berkeley averages a high of 58°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 5.3 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 76°F (2011) and the record low is 24°F (1990).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Berkeley

September is the sunniest month in Berkeley, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 34%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Berkeley is sunnier than 72% of the US.

Humidity peaks in December at 79% and is lowest in October at 61%.

Berkeley has about 5 days a year above 90°F. Berkeley is cooler than 90% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 4 days a year.

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Berkeley weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Berkeley station is 107°F, on June 15, 2000. The coldest is 24°F, on December 22, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 7.0 in of rain, on January 4, 1982.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Berkeley

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 44°F.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 67°F and lows near 48°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 53°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 51°F.

Berkeley climate questions

How much rain does Berkeley get?

Berkeley gets 26.1 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 65 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Berkeley?

December is the wettest month in Berkeley, with 5.3 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Berkeley have a year?

Berkeley has about 65 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Berkeley?

September is the warmest month in Berkeley, with an average high of 76°F.

What is the coldest month in Berkeley?

January is the coldest month in Berkeley, with an average low of 44°F.

What is the record high temperature in Berkeley?

The record high at the Berkeley station is 107°F, set on June 15, 2000. The record low is 24°F, on December 22, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in Berkeley?

September is the sunniest month in Berkeley, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Berkeley?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.