Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
August, September, July
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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The best time to visit San Diego for a sun and beach holiday is August, September, July.
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Climate Heatmap
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for San Diego
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 64Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 59 |
February | 57Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 63 |
March | 64Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 41 |
April | 70Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 16 |
May | 70Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 7 |
June | 78Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 1 |
July | 88Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 0 |
August | 94Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 1 |
September | 93Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 22° | 3 |
October | 88Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 9 |
November | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 23 |
December | 63Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 50 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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