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Stockton (CA) Climate by Month

The climate in Stockton is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. The city tends toward drier weather patterns. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Stockton, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July to a moderate 13°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Stockton tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 333 mm of rain per year. The climate in Stockton shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 70 mm of precipitation over 11 rainy days. In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Stockton serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 14.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sacramento, the United States of America (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sacramento, the United States of America (71 KM, 44 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Stockton 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:
  • Does Stockton have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Stockton?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Stockton?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Stockton?
    December tops the wettest month list with 70 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Stockton?
    August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Stockton?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 440 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Stockton (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    17°C | 7°C
    W 7 km/h
    3.3 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    16°C | 5°C
    SE 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

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

    overcast and heavy rain