Climate normals · 1970–2000
San Jose Climate
San Jose is a city in United States (CA) with a population of about 997,368. Its average annual temperature is 16.2°C (61°F), with roughly 382 mm of rain per year.
16.2°C
Avg Temp
382
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
San Jose Climate
San Jose has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F) and receives about 382 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.2°C
Avg Temp
382
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 51° | 76 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 60 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 60 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 32 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 4 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 2 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 1 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 3 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 5 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 23 mm |
| November | 14° / 56° | 60 mm |
| December | 10° / 51° | 56 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 San Jose
The most comfortable months to visit San Jose are typically September, July and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near 5°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit San Jose are typically September, July and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
San Jose, United States has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C and about 382 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in San Jose average about 29°C (85°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.