Oxnard, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Oxnard, CA gets 12.9 in of precipitation a year over about 44 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 73°F) and January the coldest (average low 46°F).

Oxnard climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

Oxnard, CA has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 65°F in February to 73°F in September. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.

How much rain does Oxnard get?

Oxnard gets 12.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 44 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 86% of the US.

February is the wettest month, with 3.3 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 146 days, to November 1, 2024.

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Oxnard weather by month

Oxnard weather in January

In January, Oxnard averages a high of 66°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The January record high is 90°F (2003) and the record low is 31°F (2002). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in February

In February, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 91°F (2016) and the record low is 35°F (2019).

Oxnard weather in March

In March, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The March record high is 93°F (2007) and the record low is 36°F (2006). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in April

In April, Oxnard averages a high of 66°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The April record high is 90°F (2016) and the record low is 37°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in May

In May, Oxnard averages a high of 67°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The May record high is 85°F (2014) and the record low is 43°F (2022). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in June

In June, Oxnard averages a high of 69°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The June record high is 82°F (2006) and the record low is 49°F (2002). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in July

In July, Oxnard averages a high of 72°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The July record high is 87°F (2018) and the record low is 51°F (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in August

In August, Oxnard averages a high of 73°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The August record high is 89°F (2015) and the record low is 52°F (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in September

In September, Oxnard averages a high of 73°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The September record high is 95°F (2017) and the record low is 50°F (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in October

In October, Oxnard averages a high of 72°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The October record high is 104°F (2017) and the record low is 44°F (2008). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in November

In November, Oxnard averages a high of 69°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The November record high is 95°F (2006) and the record low is 38°F (2000). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Oxnard weather in December

In December, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 87°F (2017) and the record low is 30°F (1998). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Oxnard

July is the sunniest month in Oxnard, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 51%. Over the year the sun shines about 65% of daylight hours. Oxnard is sunnier than 92% of the US.

Humidity peaks in July at 76% and is lowest in February at 60%.

Wind averages 7 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 8 mph.

Oxnard has about 3 days a year above 90°F. Oxnard is cooler than 97% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 2 days a year.

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Oxnard weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Oxnard station is 104°F, on October 23, 2017. The coldest is 30°F, on December 23, 1998.

The wettest day on record brought 4.9 in of rain, on December 21, 2023.

The best time to visit Oxnard

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 46°F.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 66°F and lows near 51°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 59°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 54°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysWindHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January2.9 in67 mph65%56%59°90°31°
February3.3 in77 mph60%64%58°91°35°
March2.3 in67 mph67%56%57°93°36°
April0.69 in48 mph68%65%58°90°37°
May0.34 in27 mph72%60%59°85°43°
June0.06 in17 mph74%61%62°82°49°
July0.02 in17 mph76%77%65°87°51°
August0.01 in16 mph75%77%66°89°52°
September0.08 in26 mph74%71%66°95°50°
October0.46 in56 mph71%70%65°104°44°
November0.71 in56 mph63%68%61°95°38°
December2.1 in67 mph68%51%59°87°30°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Oxnard climate questions

How much rain does Oxnard get?

Oxnard gets 12.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 44 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Oxnard?

February is the wettest month in Oxnard, with 3.3 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Oxnard have a year?

Oxnard has about 44 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 7.

What is the hottest month in Oxnard?

August is the warmest month in Oxnard, with an average high of 73°F.

What is the coldest month in Oxnard?

January is the coldest month in Oxnard, with an average low of 46°F.

What is the record high temperature in Oxnard?

The record high at the Oxnard station is 104°F, set on October 23, 2017. The record low is 30°F, on December 23, 1998.

What is the sunniest month in Oxnard?

July is the sunniest month in Oxnard, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Oxnard?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station OXNARD VENTURA CO AP (3 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station OXNARD VENTURA CO AP.