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Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA?
Oxnard, CA gets 12.9 in of precipitation a year over about 44 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 73°F) and January the coldest (average low 46°F).
Mediterranean climate
Oxnard, CA has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 65°F in February to 73°F in September. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 46° | 65° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 51° | 66° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 59° | 71° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 54° | 71° |
How much rain does Oxnard get?
Oxnard gets 12.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 44 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 86% of the US.
February is the wettest month, with 3.3 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in. February has the most rainy days, about 7.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 146 days, to November 1, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Oxnard got 17.0 in of rain, against a normal of 12.9 in for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 6.3 in.
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Oxnard weather by month
Oxnard weather in January
In January, Oxnard averages a high of 66°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 90°F (2003) and the record low is 31°F (2002). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in February
In February, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 91°F (2016) and the record low is 35°F (2019).
Oxnard weather in March
In March, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 93°F (2007) and the record low is 36°F (2006). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in April
In April, Oxnard averages a high of 66°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 90°F (2016) and the record low is 37°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in May
In May, Oxnard averages a high of 67°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 85°F (2014) and the record low is 43°F (2022). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in June
In June, Oxnard averages a high of 69°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 82°F (2006) and the record low is 49°F (2002). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in July
In July, Oxnard averages a high of 72°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 77% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 87°F (2018) and the record low is 51°F (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in August
In August, Oxnard averages a high of 73°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 77% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 89°F (2026) and the record low is 52°F (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in September
In September, Oxnard averages a high of 73°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 95°F (2017) and the record low is 50°F (2002). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in October
In October, Oxnard averages a high of 72°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 104°F (2017) and the record low is 44°F (2008). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in November
In November, Oxnard averages a high of 69°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 95°F (2006) and the record low is 38°F (2000). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Oxnard weather in December
In December, Oxnard averages a high of 65°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 87°F (2017) and the record low is 30°F (1998). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Oxnard
July is the sunniest month in Oxnard, with estimated sunshine of 77% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 51%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 65% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Oxnard is sunnier than 92% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 76% and is lowest in February at 60%.
Wind averages 7 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 8 mph.
Oxnard has about 3 days a year above 90°F. Oxnard is cooler than 97% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 2 days a year.
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Oxnard weather records
These records cover OXNARD VENTURA CO AP during 1998–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Oxnard station is 104°F, on October 23, 2017. The coldest is 30°F, on December 23, 1998.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 4.9 in of precipitation, on December 21, 2023.
The best time to visit Oxnard
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 46°F.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 66°F and lows near 51°F.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 59°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 54°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 66° | 2.9 in | 6 | 7 mph | 65% | 56% | 90° | 31° |
| February | 47° | 65° | 3.3 in | 7 | 7 mph | 60% | 64% | 91° | 35° |
| March | 49° | 65° | 2.3 in | 6 | 7 mph | 67% | 56% | 93° | 36° |
| April | 50° | 66° | 0.69 in | 4 | 8 mph | 68% | 65% | 90° | 37° |
| May | 54° | 67° | 0.34 in | 2 | 7 mph | 72% | 60% | 85° | 43° |
| June | 57° | 69° | 0.06 in | 1 | 7 mph | 74% | 61% | 82° | 49° |
| July | 60° | 72° | 0.02 in | 1 | 7 mph | 76% | 77% | 87° | 51° |
| August | 60° | 73° | 0.01 in | 1 | 6 mph | 75% | 77% | 89° | 52° |
| September | 59° | 73° | 0.08 in | 2 | 6 mph | 74% | 71% | 95° | 50° |
| October | 55° | 72° | 0.46 in | 5 | 6 mph | 71% | 70% | 104° | 44° |
| November | 50° | 69° | 0.71 in | 5 | 6 mph | 63% | 68% | 95° | 38° |
| December | 46° | 65° | 2.1 in | 6 | 7 mph | 68% | 51% | 87° | 30° |
Station: OXNARD VENTURA CO AP, 3 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1998–2026; 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.
Oxnard climate questions
How much rain does Oxnard get?
Oxnard gets 12.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 44 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Oxnard?
February is the wettest month in Oxnard, with 3.3 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in.
How many rainy days does Oxnard have a year?
Oxnard has about 44 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Oxnard?
August is the warmest month in Oxnard, with an average high of 73°F.
What is the coldest month in Oxnard?
January is the coldest month in Oxnard, with an average low of 46°F.
What is the record high temperature in Oxnard?
Within the available 1998–2026 station history, the record high at the Oxnard station is 104°F, set on October 23, 2017. The record low is 30°F, on December 23, 1998.
What is the sunniest month in Oxnard?
July is the sunniest month in Oxnard, with estimated sunshine of 77% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Oxnard?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.