- WinterDec–Feb47°67°
- December47°67°
- January47°68°
- February48°67°
- SpringMar–May54°72°
- March51°69°
- April54°72°
- May58°74°
- SummerJun–Aug64°81°
- June61°77°
- July65°82°
- August66°84°
- AutumnSep–Nov58°78°
- September64°83°
- October59°78°
- November52°73°
Long Beach, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Long Beach, CA gets 12.0 in of precipitation a year over about 35 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 84°F) and January the coldest (average low 47°F).
Long Beach climate at a glance
Semi-arid climate
Long Beach, CA has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 67°F in February to 84°F in August. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to June, and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
How much rain does Long Beach get?
Long Beach gets 12.0 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 35 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 90% of the US.
February is the wettest month, with 3.0 in. August 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 180 days, to November 1, 2024.
See where Long Beach ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in California.
Long Beach weather by month
Long Beach weather in January
In January, Long Beach averages a high of 68°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 93°F (2003) and the record low is 30°F (1987). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in February
In February, Long Beach averages a high of 67°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The February record high is 92°F (2016) and the record low is 34°F (1990).
Long Beach weather in March
In March, Long Beach averages a high of 69°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The March record high is 99°F (2026) and the record low is 35°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in April
In April, Long Beach averages a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 105°F (1989) and the record low is 38°F (1975). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in May
In May, Long Beach averages a high of 74°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The May record high is 104°F (2004) and the record low is 47°F (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in June
In June, Long Beach averages a high of 77°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The June record high is 109°F (1981) and the record low is 50°F (1971). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in July
In July, Long Beach averages a high of 82°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The July record high is 109°F (2018) and the record low is 56°F (2012).
Long Beach weather in August
In August, Long Beach averages a high of 84°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The August record high is 103°F (1983) and the record low is 55°F (1978).
Long Beach weather in September
In September, Long Beach averages a high of 83°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The September record high is 111°F (2010) and the record low is 51°F (1978).
Long Beach weather in October
In October, Long Beach averages a high of 78°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The October record high is 109°F (1991) and the record low is 39°F (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in November
In November, Long Beach averages a high of 73°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The November record high is 100°F (2010) and the record low is 35°F (1994). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Long Beach weather in December
In December, Long Beach averages a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 89°F (1979) and the record low is 28°F (1990). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Long Beach
August is the sunniest month in Long Beach, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 50%. Over the year the sun shines about 61% of daylight hours. Long Beach is sunnier than 88% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 73% and is lowest in November at 61%.
Wind averages 5 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 6 mph.
Long Beach has about 24 days a year above 90°F. Long Beach is cooler than 56% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 4 days a year.
See where Long Beach ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
Long Beach weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the Long Beach station is 111°F, on September 27, 2010. The coldest is 28°F, on December 22, 1990.
The wettest day on record brought 4.0 in of rain, on January 22, 2017.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Long Beach
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to June, 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 47°F.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 54°F.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 81°F and lows near 64°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 78°F and lows near 58°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Sunshine | Sea temp | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.9 in | 6 | 4 mph | 70% | 54% | 59° | 93° | 30° |
| February | 3.0 in | 7 | 5 mph | 62% | 62% | 58° | 92° | 34° |
| March | 1.6 in | 6 | 6 mph | 69% | 54% | 58° | 99° | 35° |
| April | 0.56 in | 3 | 6 mph | 70% | 58% | 59° | 105° | 38° |
| May | 0.26 in | 2 | 6 mph | 72% | 50% | 62° | 104° | 47° |
| June | 0.07 in | 1 | 6 mph | 72% | 56% | 64° | 109° | 50° |
| July | 0.05 in | 1 | 6 mph | 73% | 71% | 67° | 109° | 56° |
| August | 0.01 in | 0 | 6 mph | 73% | 72% | 69° | 103° | 55° |
| September | 0.08 in | 1 | 5 mph | 72% | 69% | 68° | 111° | 51° |
| October | 0.53 in | 2 | 5 mph | 69% | 69% | 66° | 109° | 39° |
| November | 0.75 in | 3 | 4 mph | 61% | 66% | 62° | 100° | 35° |
| December | 2.1 in | 5 | 4 mph | 68% | 50% | 60° | 89° | 28° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Long Beach climate questions
How much rain does Long Beach get?
Long Beach gets 12.0 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 35 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Long Beach?
February is the wettest month in Long Beach, with 3.0 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in.
How many rainy days does Long Beach have a year?
Long Beach has about 35 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Long Beach?
August is the warmest month in Long Beach, with an average high of 84°F.
What is the coldest month in Long Beach?
January is the coldest month in Long Beach, with an average low of 47°F.
What is the record high temperature in Long Beach?
The record high at the Long Beach station is 111°F, set on September 27, 2010. The record low is 28°F, on December 22, 1990.
What is the sunniest month in Long Beach?
August is the sunniest month in Long Beach, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Long Beach?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, March to June, and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LONG BEACH DAUGHERTY AP (6 km away).
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