Airport in San Diego

Best Time to Visit San Diego International Airport

Best time to visit San Diego International Airport: April, May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.

☀️ 76°F now🕔 4:04 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October

Best time to visit San Diego International Airport

Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★☆
February★★★★☆
March★★★★☆
April★★★★★
May★★★★★
June★★★★★
July★★★★★
August★★★★★
September★★★★★
October★★★★★
November★★★★☆
December★★★★☆

Climate in San Diego International Airport month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January65°48°2,4 in★★★★☆
February65°50°3,1 in★★★★☆
March67°52°2,7 in★★★★☆
April67°54°0,5 in★★★★★
May69°58°0,3 in★★★★★
June72°61°0,1 in★★★★★
July76°64°0,0 in★★★★★
August79°66°0,3 in★★★★★
September78°65°0,6 in★★★★★
October75°58°0,8 in★★★★★
November69°52°2,1 in★★★★☆
December66°49°1,3 in★★★★☆

Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

How San Diego International Airport compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against San Diego International Airport.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
San Diego County2 mi63°Fabout the same14 in
Coronado Beach4 mi63°Fabout the same14 in
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park58 mi74°F+43°F warmer5 in
Orange County77 mi64°F+33°F warmer15 in
Palm Springs85 mi76°F+45°F warmer7 in

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

San Diego International Airport is an airport in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is a commercial airport.

Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in San Diego International Airport with clear sky. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 65°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit San Diego International Airport is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 48°F.

The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 109 mi away. Nearby highlights include Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort and Joshua Tree National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 79°F is in line with the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in San Diego International Airport today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Weather in San Diego International Airport right now

☀️
76°F
Clear sky · feels like 78°F
Humidity64%
Wind7 mph SW
Gusts8 mph
UV index4.9 · Moderate
Cloud cover14%
Pressure1007 hPa
VisibilityGood · 9 mi
Air quality67 · Moderate
Sunrise6:42 AM
Sunset6:34 PM
Moon🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%

Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:04 PM, Sep 30 local time.

⚠️Sat, Oct 3: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Oct 7: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Thu, Oct 8: extreme heat, 100°F (38°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Oct 9: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Oct 3

☀️ 96° / 79°

Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 13 mph

Sunday, Oct 4

☀️ 90° / 83°

Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 10 mph

Things to do in San Diego International Airport

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around San Diego International Airport.

Quick facts about San Diego International Airport

TypeAirport
CitySan Diego
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates32°44′1.7″N 117°11′35.9″W (32.7338, -117.1933)
IATA codeSAN
Local time4:04 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Diego International Airport?

San Diego International Airport is an airport in San Diego. Its coordinates are 32.7338, -117.1933. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in San Diego International Airport right now?

It is currently 76°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 64% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit San Diego International Airport?

April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in San Diego International Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is San Diego International Airport in?

San Diego International Airport observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:04 PM.

What is the nearest airport to San Diego International Airport?

The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 109 mi away, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 259 mi away and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 304 mi away.

What are the top things to do in San Diego International Airport?

Popular options include Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort, Joshua Tree National Park, Santa Monica State Beach and Hollywood Sign.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated September 30, 2026 at 4:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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