Climate normals · 1970–2000
Modesto Climate
Modesto is a city in United States (CA) with a population of about 211,266. Its average annual temperature is 16.9°C (62°F), with roughly 313 mm of rain per year.
16.9°C
Avg Temp
313
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
Modesto Climate
Modesto has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F) and receives about 313 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.9°C
Avg Temp
313
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 56 mm |
| February | 11° / 52° | 49 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 52 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 27 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 5 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 2 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 1 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 2 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 7 mm |
| October | 19° / 65° | 19 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 50 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 43 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Modesto
The most comfortable months to visit Modesto are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is December (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Modesto are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Modesto, United States has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C and about 313 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Modesto average about 35°C (95°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.