Chinatown, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Chinatown get?

Chinatown gets 22.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of the US.

December is the wettest month, with 4.8 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. December has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 67 days, to October 30, 2024.

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Chinatown weather by month

Chinatown weather in January

In January, Chinatown averages a high of 58°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The January record high is 76°F (2021) and the record low is 36°F (1997).

Chinatown weather in February

In February, Chinatown averages a high of 61°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 81°F (1986) and the record low is 31°F (1989).

Chinatown weather in March

In March, Chinatown averages a high of 63°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 90°F (2026) and the record low is 39°F (2023). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in April

In April, Chinatown averages a high of 64°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The April record high is 94°F (1989) and the record low is 40°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in May

In May, Chinatown averages a high of 65°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The May record high is 97°F (2008) and the record low is 43°F (2003). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in June

In June, Chinatown averages a high of 67°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The June record high is 103°F (2000) and the record low is 47°F (1999). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in July

In July, Chinatown averages a high of 67°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The July record high is 92°F (1984) and the record low is 48°F (1999). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in August

In August, Chinatown averages a high of 69°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The August record high is 98°F (2010) and the record low is 50°F (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in September

In September, Chinatown averages a high of 71°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 106°F (2017) and the record low is 49°F (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in October

In October, Chinatown averages a high of 70°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.9 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The October record high is 102°F (1987) and the record low is 46°F (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in November

In November, Chinatown averages a high of 64°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 83°F (1986) and the record low is 40°F (1994). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chinatown weather in December

In December, Chinatown averages a high of 59°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 73°F (2021) and the record low is 28°F (1990).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chinatown

October is the sunniest month in Chinatown, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 34%. Over the year the sun shines about 51% of daylight hours. Chinatown is sunnier than 63% of the US.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in October at 73%.

Chinatown has about 4 days a year above 90°F. Chinatown is cooler than 92% of the US.

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Chinatown weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chinatown station is 106°F, on September 1, 2017. The coldest is 28°F, on December 22, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 5.5 in of rain, on November 5, 1994.

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

The best time to visit Chinatown

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 67°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 47°F.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 64°F and lows near 50°F.

Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 55°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 54°F.

Chinatown climate questions

How much rain does Chinatown get?

Chinatown gets 22.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chinatown?

December is the wettest month in Chinatown, with 4.8 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Chinatown have a year?

Chinatown has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Chinatown?

September is the warmest month in Chinatown, with an average high of 71°F.

What is the coldest month in Chinatown?

January is the coldest month in Chinatown, with an average low of 47°F.

What is the record high temperature in Chinatown?

The record high at the Chinatown station is 106°F, set on September 1, 2017. The record low is 28°F, on December 22, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in Chinatown?

October is the sunniest month in Chinatown, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Chinatown?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to November, when daytime highs sit near 67°F.