Van Nuys, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Van Nuys get?

Van Nuys gets 13.4 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 34 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 91% of the US.

February is the wettest month, with 3.8 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. February has the most rainy days, about 6.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 193 days, to November 14, 2024.

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Van Nuys weather by month

Van Nuys weather in January

In January, Van Nuys averages a high of 68°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The January record high is 92°F (2003) and the record low is 26°F (2007). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Van Nuys weather in February

In February, Van Nuys averages a high of 68°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The February record high is 92°F (2014) and the record low is 32°F (2013).

Van Nuys weather in March

In March, Van Nuys averages a high of 71°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The March record high is 98°F (2026) and the record low is 32°F (2006). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Van Nuys weather in April

In April, Van Nuys averages a high of 74°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The April record high is 101°F (2004) and the record low is 36°F (2011). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Van Nuys weather in May

In May, Van Nuys averages a high of 78°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The May record high is 105°F (2013) and the record low is 45°F (2017). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Van Nuys weather in June

In June, Van Nuys averages a high of 84°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The June record high is 114°F (2016) and the record low is 47°F (1999).

Van Nuys weather in July

In July, Van Nuys averages a high of 91°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 86% of daylight hours. The July record high is 117°F (2018) and the record low is 55°F (2012).

Van Nuys weather in August

In August, Van Nuys averages a high of 92°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 84% of daylight hours. The August record high is 112°F (2020) and the record low is 56°F (2010).

Van Nuys weather in September

In September, Van Nuys averages a high of 89°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The September record high is 118°F (2020) and the record low is 51°F (2007).

Van Nuys weather in October

In October, Van Nuys averages a high of 82°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The October record high is 107°F (2020) and the record low is 44°F (2011).

Van Nuys weather in November

In November, Van Nuys averages a high of 74°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The November record high is 96°F (2010) and the record low is 31°F (2004). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Van Nuys weather in December

In December, Van Nuys averages a high of 67°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The December record high is 89°F (2021) and the record low is 28°F (1998). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Van Nuys

July is the sunniest month in Van Nuys, with sunshine about 86% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 53%. Over the year the sun shines about 68% of daylight hours. Van Nuys is sunnier than 95% of the US.

Humidity peaks in May at 58% and is lowest in November at 36%.

Wind averages 5 mph over the year, and January is the windiest month at 6 mph.

Van Nuys has about 78 days a year above 90°F. Van Nuys is hotter than 84% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 4 days a year.

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Van Nuys weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Van Nuys station is 118°F, on September 6, 2020. The coldest is 26°F, on January 14, 2007.

The wettest day on record brought 6.5 in of rain, on March 20, 2011.

The best time to visit Van Nuys

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

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 68°F and lows near 45°F.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 75°F and lows near 52°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 89°F and lows near 63°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 56°F.

Van Nuys climate questions

How much rain does Van Nuys get?

Van Nuys gets 13.4 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 34 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Van Nuys?

February is the wettest month in Van Nuys, with 3.8 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Van Nuys have a year?

Van Nuys has about 34 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 6.

What is the hottest month in Van Nuys?

August is the warmest month in Van Nuys, with an average high of 92°F.

What is the coldest month in Van Nuys?

December is the coldest month in Van Nuys, with an average low of 45°F.

What is the record high temperature in Van Nuys?

The record high at the Van Nuys station is 118°F, set on September 6, 2020. The record low is 26°F, on January 14, 2007.

What is the sunniest month in Van Nuys?

July is the sunniest month in Van Nuys, with sunshine about 86% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Van Nuys?

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