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Santee (CA) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Santee.
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Climate overview of Santee
Santee, California, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 32°C (90°F) in August, while winters cool to 20°C (68°F) in December.
With around 282 mm (11 in) of annual rainfall, Santee has a fairly dry climate. However, it has a distinct dry season from March to November, with very warm summers and pleasant winters. The wettest month is December, while June sees the least rain. The sunniest month is July, with 10.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Santee Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santee - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Santee
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Santee. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C (68°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 18°C (64°F) in August to 6°C (43°F) in December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Santee
With annual rainfall averaging 282 mm (11 in), Santee maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. Santee can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 76 mm (3 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (June), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Santee Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Santee
Santee experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 10.1 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 7.7 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).
Humidity in Santee by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Santee.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 75%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Santee
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Santee in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in July, August and September.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
very good
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: July, August and September
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: June, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from March to November, with very warm summers and pleasant winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Santee
What is the best time to visit Santee?
January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Santee. In contrast, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Santee has a distinct dry season from March to November, with very warm summers and pleasant winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Santee?
Daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in December to 32°C (90°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 6°C (43°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Santee get?
Annual rainfall is around 282 mm (11 in). December is the wettest month with 76 mm (3 in), while June is the driest with 0.4 mm (0.02 in).
How sunny is Santee?
Santee receives around 3,069 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 304 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 230 hours. Overall, Santee enjoys abundant sunshine.
Santee 3-Day Forecast
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