Hayward, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Hayward get?

Hayward gets 16.0 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 60 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 76% of the US.

December is the wettest month, with 3.2 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. December has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 119 days, to September 8, 2025.

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Hayward weather by month

Hayward weather in January

In January, Hayward averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The January record high is 79°F (2021) and the record low is 28°F (2007).

Hayward weather in February

In February, Hayward averages a high of 61°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The February record high is 81°F (2018) and the record low is 33°F (2018).

Hayward weather in March

In March, Hayward averages a high of 64°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 2.4 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The March record high is 88°F (2026) and the record low is 36°F (2002). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in April

In April, Hayward averages a high of 66°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 1.2 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The April record high is 95°F (2009) and the record low is 36°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in May

In May, Hayward averages a high of 69°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The May record high is 99°F (2008) and the record low is 41°F (2022). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in June

In June, Hayward averages a high of 73°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The June record high is 104°F (2000) and the record low is 47°F (2014). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in July

In July, Hayward averages a high of 75°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The July record high is 105°F (2006) and the record low is 53°F (1999). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in August

In August, Hayward averages a high of 75°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The August record high is 103°F (2020) and the record low is 53°F (2012). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in September

In September, Hayward averages a high of 76°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The September record high is 108°F (2017) and the record low is 47°F (2013). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in October

In October, Hayward averages a high of 73°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The October record high is 102°F (2024) and the record low is 43°F (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in November

In November, Hayward averages a high of 64°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 1.5 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The November record high is 85°F (2008) and the record low is 33°F (2010). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hayward weather in December

In December, Hayward averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The December record high is 76°F (2020) and the record low is 27°F (1998).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hayward

July is the sunniest month in Hayward, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 60% of daylight hours. Hayward is sunnier than 85% of the US.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in October at 58%.

Wind averages 7 mph over the year, and May is the windiest month at 9 mph.

Hayward has about 9 days a year above 90°F. Hayward is cooler than 81% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 5 days a year.

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Hayward weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hayward station is 108°F, on September 2, 2017. The coldest is 27°F, on December 23, 1998.

The wettest day on record brought 4.3 in of rain, on December 31, 2022.

The best time to visit Hayward

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 66°F and lows near 50°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 57°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 53°F.

Hayward climate questions

How much rain does Hayward get?

Hayward gets 16.0 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 60 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hayward?

December is the wettest month in Hayward, with 3.2 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Hayward have a year?

Hayward has about 60 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Hayward?

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

What is the coldest month in Hayward?

January is the coldest month in Hayward, with an average low of 43°F.

What is the record high temperature in Hayward?

The record high at the Hayward station is 108°F, set on September 2, 2017. The record low is 27°F, on December 23, 1998.

What is the sunniest month in Hayward?

July is the sunniest month in Hayward, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Hayward?

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