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Chico (CA) Climate by Month

The climate in Chico is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Chico, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in July to a moderate 13°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Chico receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 602 mm. The climate in Chico shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in December, with an average of 121 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.8 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Chico in the United States of America

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Chico have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Chico?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Chico?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chico?
    December tops the wettest month list with 121 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chico?
    July is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Chico (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    15°C | 9°C
    SE 29 km/h
    2.7 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Sun   Nov 24
    14°C | 7°C
    SE 25 km/h
    17 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    14°C | 9°C
    SE 22 km/h
    9.6 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain