Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, October, April
January, February, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to San Jose?
The best time to visit San Jose for hiking is May, October, April, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in San Jose, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for San Jose
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 46Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 136 |
February | 51Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 129 |
March | 65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 96 |
April | 83Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 49 |
May | 92Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 16 |
June | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 6 |
July | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 1 |
August | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 3 |
September | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 18° | 4 |
October | 90Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 15° | 33 |
November | 74Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 68 |
December | 43Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 132 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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