Sacramento (CA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Sacramento is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to mild in the cooler months.
Sacramento has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Sacramento, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July to a moderate 13°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sacramento typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 437 mm. The seasons in Sacramento, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 95 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Sacramento Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Sacramento, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 14.7 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sacramento.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 83%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 53%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Sacramento 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:
Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 95 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 440 hours of sunshine.
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