Visalia, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Visalia get?

Visalia gets 10.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 39 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 88% of the US.

January is the wettest month, with 2.0 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. January has the most rainy days, about 7.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 109 days, to September 18, 2025.

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Does it snow in Visalia?

Rarely. The reporting station for Visalia averages under 0.5 in of snow a season.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on December 20, 1998.

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Visalia weather by month

Visalia weather in January

In January, Visalia averages a high of 56°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 2.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The January record high is 79°F (1986) and the record low is 23°F (1970).

Visalia weather in February

In February, Visalia averages a high of 62°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 1.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The February record high is 81°F (1982) and the record low is 24°F (1972). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Visalia weather in March

In March, Visalia averages a high of 68°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The March record high is 94°F (2026) and the record low is 29°F (1977). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Visalia weather in April

In April, Visalia averages a high of 74°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The April record high is 97°F (1985) and the record low is 34°F (1982). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Visalia weather in May

In May, Visalia averages a high of 82°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The May record high is 105°F (1984) and the record low is 37°F (1971).

Visalia weather in June

In June, Visalia averages a high of 90°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 83% of daylight hours. The June record high is 109°F (1976) and the record low is 42°F (1977).

Visalia weather in July

In July, Visalia averages a high of 94°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 90% of daylight hours. The July record high is 109°F (2024) and the record low is 52°F (1980).

Visalia weather in August

In August, Visalia averages a high of 94°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 90% of daylight hours. The August record high is 107°F (2026) and the record low is 51°F (1975).

Visalia weather in September

In September, Visalia averages a high of 89°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 90% of daylight hours. The September record high is 104°F (2017) and the record low is 41°F (1986).

Visalia weather in October

In October, Visalia averages a high of 79°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The October record high is 100°F (2024) and the record low is 32°F (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Visalia weather in November

In November, Visalia averages a high of 65°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The November record high is 86°F (1980) and the record low is 28°F (1977). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Visalia weather in December

In December, Visalia averages a high of 56°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The December record high is 78°F (1979) and the record low is 21°F (1990).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Visalia

July is the sunniest month in Visalia, with sunshine about 90% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 44%. Over the year the sun shines about 71% of daylight hours. Visalia is sunnier than 99% of the US.

Humidity peaks in January at 70% and is lowest in July at 28%.

Visalia has about 88 days a year above 90°F. Visalia is hotter than 89% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 2 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Visalia

The first fall freeze in Visalia typically comes around December 6, and the last spring freeze around January 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 310 days.

Visalia weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Visalia station is 109°F, on July 16, 1972. The coldest is 21°F, on December 22, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 3.7 in of rain, on October 29, 1974.

29 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 Visalia

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 58°F and lows near 40°F.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 51°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 93°F and lows near 65°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 78°F and lows near 53°F.

Visalia climate questions

How much rain does Visalia get?

Visalia gets 10.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 39 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Visalia?

January is the wettest month in Visalia, with 2.0 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Visalia have a year?

Visalia has about 39 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 7.

Does it snow in Visalia?

Rarely. The reporting station for Visalia averages under 0.5 in of snow a season.

What is the hottest month in Visalia?

July is the warmest month in Visalia, with an average high of 94°F.

What is the coldest month in Visalia?

December is the coldest month in Visalia, with an average low of 38°F.

What is the record high temperature in Visalia?

The record high at the Visalia station is 109°F, set on July 16, 1972. The record low is 21°F, on December 22, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in Visalia?

July is the sunniest month in Visalia, with sunshine about 90% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Visalia?

The first fall freeze in Visalia typically comes around December 6. The last spring freeze is around January 30.

What is the best time to visit Visalia?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.