Salinas, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Salinas get?

Salinas gets 12.6 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 56 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of the US.

January is the wettest month, with 2.6 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. January has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 115 days, to September 29, 2023.

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Salinas weather by month

Salinas weather in January

In January, Salinas averages a high of 62°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The January record high is 86°F (2014) and the record low is 22°F (2007).

Salinas weather in February

In February, Salinas averages a high of 63°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 2.4 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The February record high is 88°F (2022) and the record low is 26°F (1989). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in March

In March, Salinas averages a high of 65°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The March record high is 94°F (2026) and the record low is 29°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in April

In April, Salinas averages a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 0.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The April record high is 100°F (2004) and the record low is 33°F (1976). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in May

In May, Salinas averages a high of 68°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The May record high is 99°F (1976) and the record low is 38°F (1977). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in June

In June, Salinas averages a high of 70°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The June record high is 105°F (2019) and the record low is 42°F (1970). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in July

In July, Salinas averages a high of 71°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The July record high is 95°F (1970) and the record low is 46°F (2006). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in August

In August, Salinas averages a high of 72°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The August record high is 97°F (2009) and the record low is 44°F (1975). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in September

In September, Salinas averages a high of 74°F and a low of 54°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 109°F (2017) and the record low is 40°F (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in October

In October, Salinas averages a high of 74°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The October record high is 105°F (1980) and the record low is 31°F (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in November

In November, Salinas averages a high of 68°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The November record high is 96°F (2012) and the record low is 27°F (2004). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Salinas weather in December

In December, Salinas averages a high of 62°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The December record high is 85°F (2021) and the record low is 24°F (1998).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Salinas

September is the sunniest month in Salinas, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 58% of daylight hours. Salinas is sunnier than 82% of the US.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in February at 72%.

Wind averages 8 mph over the year, and June is the windiest month at 9 mph.

Salinas has about 6 days a year above 90°F. Salinas is cooler than 87% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 3 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Salinas

The first fall freeze in Salinas typically comes around December 6, and the last spring freeze around February 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 300 days.

Salinas weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Salinas station is 109°F, on September 2, 2017. The coldest is 22°F, on January 13, 2007.

The wettest day on record brought 3.2 in of rain, on December 11, 2014.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Salinas

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 62°F and lows near 42°F.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 67°F and lows near 48°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 55°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 50°F.

Salinas climate questions

How much rain does Salinas get?

Salinas gets 12.6 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 56 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Salinas?

January is the wettest month in Salinas, with 2.6 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Salinas have a year?

Salinas has about 56 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 9.

What is the hottest month in Salinas?

September is the warmest month in Salinas, with an average high of 74°F.

What is the coldest month in Salinas?

December is the coldest month in Salinas, with an average low of 41°F.

What is the record high temperature in Salinas?

The record high at the Salinas station is 109°F, set on September 2, 2017. The record low is 22°F, on January 13, 2007.

What is the sunniest month in Salinas?

September is the sunniest month in Salinas, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Salinas?

The first fall freeze in Salinas typically comes around December 6. The last spring freeze is around February 9.

What is the best time to visit Salinas?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.