Best Time to Visit Mission District
Best time to visit Mission District: May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Mission District
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Mission District month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 46° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 59° | 47° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 50° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 63° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 52° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 66° | 54° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 66° | 56° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 69° | 57° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 58° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 71° | 56° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 62° | 50° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 58° | 47° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Mission District compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mission District.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Code 415 | 1 mi | 57°F | about the same | 25 in |
| San Francisco County | 1 mi | 57°F | about the same | 25 in |
| ZIP Code 94102 | 1 mi | 57°F | about the same | 25 in |
| ZIP Code 94133 | 3 mi | 57°F | about the same | 25 in |
| Fisherman's Wharf | 3 mi | 57°F | about the same | 25 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mission District is a district in San Francisco. Mission District is a district known for murals and taquerias.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Mission District with partly cloudy. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 57°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Mission District is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 10 mi away. Nearby highlights include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Pinnacles National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Mission District today at 9.3/10. 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 Mission District right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:44 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 65° / 59°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 19 mph
☁️ 65° / 58°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 16 mph
Things to do in Mission District
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mission District.
Quick facts about Mission District
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | San Francisco |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°45′35.6″N 122°24′53.3″W (37.7599, -122.4148) |
| Known for | murals and taquerias |
| Local time | 4:44 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mission District?
Mission District is a district in San Francisco. Its coordinates are 37.7599, -122.4148. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mission District right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 88% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mission District?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Mission District, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mission District in?
Mission District observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:44 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Mission District?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 10 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mission District?
Popular options include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Pinnacles National Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Emerald Bay State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 August 25, 2026 at 4:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
