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Dana Point (CA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from warm conditions to pleasant. The area is known for its low rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Dana Point, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 8°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Dana Point experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 234 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives moderate rainfall, averaging 68 mm of precipitation, recorded across 7 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 0.4 mm over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Dana Point Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Dana Point. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.3 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.6 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Corona, the United States of America (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Corona, the United States of America (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Forecast for Dana Point (CA)

Sat   Jan 11
21°C | 7°C
S 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Sun   Jan 12
22°C | 1°C
SW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
23°C | 4°C
SW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October and November 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:
  • When is summer in Dana Point?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in July, August, September and October.
  • Which is the warmest month in Dana Point?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dana Point?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dana Point?
    December tops the wettest month list with 68 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dana Point?
    June is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dana Point?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 369 hours of sunshine.

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