California (MO) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in California is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in July to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

California has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1175 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in California bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives high rainfall, with an average of 142 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 39 mm (1.5 in) over 5 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our California Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In California, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.7 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in California.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 73%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year