- WinterDec–Feb48°67°
- December48°67°
- January48°68°
- February49°67°
- SpringMar–May55°70°
- March52°68°
- April55°70°
- May59°72°
- SummerJun–Aug65°78°
- June62°75°
- July66°79°
- August66°81°
- AutumnSep–Nov59°77°
- September65°81°
- October60°78°
- November53°73°
Huntington Beach, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Huntington Beach, CA gets 11.2 in of precipitation a year over about 41 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 81°F) and January the coldest (average low 48°F).
Huntington Beach climate at a glance
Semi-arid climate
Huntington Beach, CA has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 67°F in February to 81°F in August. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to July, and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
How much rain does Huntington Beach get?
Huntington Beach gets 11.2 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 41 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 87% of the US.
February is the wettest month, with 2.6 in. June is the driest, with 0.0 in. February has the most rainy days, about 7.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 170 days, to October 13, 2025.
See where Huntington Beach ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in California.
Huntington Beach weather by month
Huntington Beach weather in January
In January, Huntington Beach averages a high of 68°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The January record high is 90°F (2021) and the record low is 33°F (2007). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in February
In February, Huntington Beach averages a high of 67°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The February record high is 91°F (2022) and the record low is 36°F (2016).
Huntington Beach weather in March
In March, Huntington Beach averages a high of 68°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 95°F (2007) and the record low is 40°F (2023). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in April
In April, Huntington Beach averages a high of 70°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The April record high is 98°F (2009) and the record low is 41°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in May
In May, Huntington Beach averages a high of 72°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The May record high is 98°F (2004) and the record low is 49°F (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in June
In June, Huntington Beach averages a high of 75°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The June record high is 96°F (2016) and the record low is 54°F (2011). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in July
In July, Huntington Beach averages a high of 79°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The July record high is 99°F (2006) and the record low is 57°F (2007). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in August
In August, Huntington Beach averages a high of 81°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The August record high is 100°F (2020) and the record low is 58°F (2003).
Huntington Beach weather in September
In September, Huntington Beach averages a high of 81°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The September record high is 110°F (2010) and the record low is 56°F (2007).
Huntington Beach weather in October
In October, Huntington Beach averages a high of 78°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The October record high is 106°F (2017) and the record low is 46°F (2009). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in November
In November, Huntington Beach averages a high of 73°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The November record high is 100°F (2010) and the record low is 37°F (2004). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huntington Beach weather in December
In December, Huntington Beach averages a high of 67°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The December record high is 90°F (2010) and the record low is 36°F (2003). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Huntington Beach
July is the sunniest month in Huntington Beach, with sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 48%. Over the year the sun shines about 60% of daylight hours. Huntington Beach is sunnier than 85% of the US.
Humidity peaks in May at 72% and is lowest in November at 59%.
Wind averages 5 mph over the year, and May is the windiest month at 6 mph.
Huntington Beach has about 12 days a year above 90°F. Huntington Beach is cooler than 75% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 4 days a year.
See where Huntington Beach ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
Huntington Beach weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the Huntington Beach station is 110°F, on September 27, 2010. The coldest is 33°F, on January 14, 2007.
The wettest day on record brought 3.2 in of rain, on December 6, 2018.
The best time to visit Huntington Beach
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to July, and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 67°F and lows near 48°F.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 55°F.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 78°F and lows near 65°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 59°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Sunshine | Sea temp | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.6 in | 6 | 4 mph | 68% | 53% | 59° | 90° | 33° |
| February | 2.6 in | 7 | 4 mph | 60% | 60% | 59° | 91° | 36° |
| March | 1.6 in | 6 | 5 mph | 68% | 52% | 59° | 95° | 40° |
| April | 0.52 in | 4 | 6 mph | 68% | 55% | 60° | 98° | 41° |
| May | 0.27 in | 2 | 6 mph | 72% | 48% | 63° | 98° | 49° |
| June | 0.01 in | 1 | 6 mph | 70% | 56% | 65° | 96° | 54° |
| July | 0.04 in | 1 | 6 mph | 70% | 71% | 68° | 99° | 57° |
| August | 0.01 in | 0 | 5 mph | 70% | 71% | 70° | 100° | 58° |
| September | 0.10 in | 1 | 5 mph | 70% | 68% | 69° | 110° | 56° |
| October | 0.54 in | 3 | 4 mph | 67% | 66% | 67° | 106° | 46° |
| November | 0.80 in | 5 | 4 mph | 59% | 66% | 62° | 100° | 37° |
| December | 2.0 in | 7 | 4 mph | 67% | 48% | 60° | 90° | 36° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Huntington Beach climate questions
How much rain does Huntington Beach get?
Huntington Beach gets 11.2 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 41 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Huntington Beach?
February is the wettest month in Huntington Beach, with 2.6 in. June is the driest, with 0.0 in.
How many rainy days does Huntington Beach have a year?
Huntington Beach has about 41 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Huntington Beach?
August is the warmest month in Huntington Beach, with an average high of 81°F.
What is the coldest month in Huntington Beach?
January is the coldest month in Huntington Beach, with an average low of 48°F.
What is the record high temperature in Huntington Beach?
The record high at the Huntington Beach station is 110°F, set on September 27, 2010. The record low is 33°F, on January 14, 2007.
What is the sunniest month in Huntington Beach?
July is the sunniest month in Huntington Beach, with sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Huntington Beach?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to July, and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SANTA ANA JOHN WAYNE AP (12 km away).
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