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Elk Grove, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Elk Grove, CA?
Elk Grove, CA gets 18.1 in of precipitation a year over about 58 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 92°F) and January the coldest (average low 39°F).
Mediterranean climate
Elk Grove, CA has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 56°F in December to 92°F in July. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 40° | 58° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 48° | 73° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 58° | 91° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 50° | 77° |
How much rain does Elk Grove get?
Elk Grove gets 18.1 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 58 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 77% of the US.
January is the wettest month, with 3.7 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in. January has the most rainy days, about 10.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 134 days, to September 24, 2025.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Elk Grove got 21.5 in of rain, against a normal of 18.1 in for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 5.3 in.
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Elk Grove weather by month
Elk Grove weather in January
In January, Elk Grove averages a high of 56°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 76°F (2014) and the record low is 21°F (2007).
Elk Grove weather in February
In February, Elk Grove averages a high of 61°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 78°F (2016) and the record low is 23°F (1989).
Elk Grove weather in March
In March, Elk Grove averages a high of 66°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 88°F (2026) and the record low is 26°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Elk Grove weather in April
In April, Elk Grove averages a high of 72°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 95°F (2004) and the record low is 31°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Elk Grove weather in May
In May, Elk Grove averages a high of 80°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 105°F (1984) and the record low is 36°F (1974).
Elk Grove weather in June
In June, Elk Grove averages a high of 88°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 78% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 109°F (2021) and the record low is 41°F (1990).
Elk Grove weather in July
In July, Elk Grove averages a high of 92°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 90% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 114°F (1972) and the record low is 48°F (1983).
Elk Grove weather in August
In August, Elk Grove averages a high of 92°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 86% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 112°F (2020) and the record low is 49°F (1978).
Elk Grove weather in September
In September, Elk Grove averages a high of 88°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 84% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 114°F (2022) and the record low is 42°F (2007).
Elk Grove weather in October
In October, Elk Grove averages a high of 79°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 104°F (2001) and the record low is 36°F (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Elk Grove weather in November
In November, Elk Grove averages a high of 65°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 1.7 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 85°F (1997) and the record low is 26°F (1993). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Elk Grove weather in December
In December, Elk Grove averages a high of 56°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 74°F (2020) and the record low is 18°F (1990).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Elk Grove
July is the sunniest month in Elk Grove, with estimated sunshine of 90% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 37%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 66% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Elk Grove is sunnier than 93% of the US.
Humidity peaks in December at 77% and is lowest in June at 41%.
Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and June is the windiest month at 8 mph.
Elk Grove has about 76 days a year above 90°F. Elk Grove is hotter than 83% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 4 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Elk Grove
The first fall freeze in Elk Grove typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around February 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 284 days.
Elk Grove weather records
These records cover SACRAMENTO AP ASOS during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Elk Grove station is 114°F, on July 13, 1972. The coldest is 18°F, on December 22, 1990.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 5.4 in of precipitation, on October 24, 2021.
36 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 Elk Grove
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March 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 73°F and lows near 48°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 91°F and lows near 58°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 50°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 56° | 3.7 in | 10 | 5 mph | 75% | 38% | 76° | 21° |
| February | 42° | 61° | 3.5 in | 9 | 6 mph | 62% | 58% | 78° | 23° |
| March | 44° | 66° | 2.7 in | 9 | 6 mph | 61% | 51% | 88° | 26° |
| April | 47° | 72° | 1.3 in | 5 | 7 mph | 52% | 65% | 95° | 31° |
| May | 52° | 80° | 0.75 in | 4 | 7 mph | 43% | 74% | 105° | 36° |
| June | 56° | 88° | 0.23 in | 1 | 8 mph | 41% | 78% | 109° | 41° |
| July | 59° | 92° | 0.00 in | 0 | 7 mph | 44% | 90% | 114° | 48° |
| August | 59° | 92° | 0.04 in | 0 | 7 mph | 45% | 86% | 112° | 49° |
| September | 56° | 88° | 0.09 in | 1 | 6 mph | 46% | 84% | 114° | 42° |
| October | 50° | 79° | 0.85 in | 3 | 5 mph | 45% | 75% | 104° | 36° |
| November | 43° | 65° | 1.7 in | 6 | 4 mph | 60% | 59% | 85° | 26° |
| December | 39° | 56° | 3.4 in | 10 | 5 mph | 77% | 37% | 74° | 18° |
Station: SACRAMENTO AP ASOS, 15 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Elk Grove climate questions
How much rain does Elk Grove get?
Elk Grove gets 18.1 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 58 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Elk Grove?
January is the wettest month in Elk Grove, with 3.7 in. July is the driest, with 0.0 in.
How many rainy days does Elk Grove have a year?
Elk Grove has about 58 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 10.
What is the hottest month in Elk Grove?
July is the warmest month in Elk Grove, with an average high of 92°F.
What is the coldest month in Elk Grove?
January is the coldest month in Elk Grove, with an average low of 39°F.
What is the record high temperature in Elk Grove?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Elk Grove station is 114°F, set on July 13, 1972. The record low is 18°F, on December 22, 1990.
What is the sunniest month in Elk Grove?
July is the sunniest month in Elk Grove, with estimated sunshine of 90% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Elk Grove?
The first fall freeze in Elk Grove typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around February 15.
What is the best time to visit Elk Grove?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.