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Modesto (CA) Climate by Month

The temperature in Modesto can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very hot to mild. It maintains fairly dry conditions year-round. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Modesto. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C in July to a moderate 14°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Modesto maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 298 mm. The seasons in Modesto, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 65 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

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

During the months of March, 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 Modesto have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Modesto?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Modesto?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Modesto?
    December tops the wettest month list with 65 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Modesto?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Modesto (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    17°C | 8°C
    E 7 km/h
    4.7 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    17°C | 6°C
    SE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    15°C | 9°C
    SE 18 km/h
    7.3 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain