San Jose, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

San Jose, CA gets 16.1 in of precipitation a year over about 64 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 83°F) and January the coldest (average low 43°F).

San Jose climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

San Jose, CA has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 59°F in December to 83°F in July. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

How much rain does San Jose get?

San Jose gets 16.1 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 64 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 72% of the US.

February is the wettest month, with 3.2 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. February has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 120 days, to September 9, 2025.

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San Jose weather by month

San Jose weather in January

In January, San Jose averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The January record high is 76°F (1988) and the record low is 27°F (1973).

San Jose weather in February

In February, San Jose averages a high of 62°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The February record high is 81°F (1986) and the record low is 26°F (1989).

San Jose weather in March

In March, San Jose averages a high of 67°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The March record high is 88°F (2026) and the record low is 31°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in April

In April, San Jose averages a high of 70°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 1.2 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The April record high is 95°F (1989) and the record low is 36°F (1976). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in May

In May, San Jose averages a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The May record high is 101°F (1984) and the record low is 39°F (1975). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in June

In June, San Jose averages a high of 80°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The June record high is 109°F (2000) and the record low is 43°F (1971). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in July

In July, San Jose averages a high of 83°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The July record high is 108°F (1972) and the record low is 48°F (1975).

San Jose weather in August

In August, San Jose averages a high of 83°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The August record high is 105°F (1993) and the record low is 47°F (1973).

San Jose weather in September

In September, San Jose averages a high of 81°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The September record high is 104°F (1971) and the record low is 45°F (1970).

San Jose weather in October

In October, San Jose averages a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The October record high is 106°F (2024) and the record low is 36°F (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in November

In November, San Jose averages a high of 65°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The November record high is 83°F (1997) and the record low is 31°F (1993). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

San Jose weather in December

In December, San Jose averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The December record high is 74°F (2024) and the record low is 19°F (1990).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in San Jose

July is the sunniest month in San Jose, with sunshine about 79% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 39%. Over the year the sun shines about 61% of daylight hours. San Jose is sunnier than 88% of the US.

Humidity peaks in December at 76% and is lowest in October at 57%.

San Jose has about 19 days a year above 90°F. San Jose is cooler than 62% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 3 days a year.

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First and last freeze in San Jose

The first fall freeze in San Jose typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around January 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 330 days.

San Jose weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the San Jose station is 109°F, on June 14, 2000. The coldest is 19°F, on December 22, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 2.4 in of rain, on November 29, 1970.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit San Jose

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 60°F and lows near 44°F.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 50°F.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 58°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 53°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January3.0 in1075%39%54°76°27°
February3.2 in1164%59%53°81°26°
March2.6 in969%45%53°88°31°
April1.2 in668%57%52°95°36°
May0.54 in466%65%52°101°39°
June0.17 in163%71%54°109°43°
July0.01 in063%79%54°108°48°
August0.03 in064%78%56°105°47°
September0.07 in164%75%57°104°45°
October0.80 in357%71%57°106°36°
November1.4 in765%57%55°83°31°
December3.1 in1176%39%54°74°19°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

San Jose climate questions

How much rain does San Jose get?

San Jose gets 16.1 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 64 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in San Jose?

February is the wettest month in San Jose, with 3.2 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does San Jose have a year?

San Jose has about 64 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in San Jose?

July is the warmest month in San Jose, with an average high of 83°F.

What is the coldest month in San Jose?

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

What is the record high temperature in San Jose?

The record high at the San Jose station is 109°F, set on June 14, 2000. The record low is 19°F, on December 22, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in San Jose?

July is the sunniest month in San Jose, with sunshine about 79% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in San Jose?

The first fall freeze in San Jose typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around January 18.

What is the best time to visit San Jose?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAN JOSE (3 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SAN JOSE.