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San Carlos (CA) Climate by Month

The weather in San Carlos sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be warm at the high end to roughly mild at the low end. San Carlos 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 day and night temperature

The climate in San Carlos experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in September to a moderate 15°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 5°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

San Carlos tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 402 mm of rain per year. The seasons in San Carlos, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 97 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 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

Sunshine over the year

In San Carlos, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.3 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in San Carlos ranges from 12°C in January to 14°C in June.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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

During the months of May, June, July, August, September 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:
  • When is summer in San Carlos?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does San Carlos have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in San Carlos?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in San Carlos?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in San Carlos?
    December tops the wettest month list with 97 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in San Carlos?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in San Carlos?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 324 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for San Carlos (CA)

    Thu   Nov 21
    18°C | 13°C
    S 25 km/h
    1.3 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    18°C | 13°C
    S 29 km/h
    36 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    16°C | 9°C
    W 11 km/h
    2.7 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain