District in San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Fisherman's Wharf: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

🌤️ 68°F now🕔 7:43 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August, September and October

Climate in Fisherman's Wharf 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
January59°46°3,3 in★★★☆☆
February59°47°5,6 in★★★☆☆
March64°50°3,0 in★★★★
April63°51°2,0 in★★★★
May65°52°0,6 in★★★★★
June66°54°0,0 in★★★★★
July66°56°0,1 in★★★★★
August69°57°0,0 in★★★★★
September69°58°0,2 in★★★★★
October71°56°0,7 in★★★★★
November62°50°4,1 in★★★☆☆
December58°47°5,8 in★★★☆☆

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

Recent extremes in Fisherman's Wharf

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day100°FOct 1, 2024
Coldest night39°FJan 27, 2025
Wettest day2,3 inNov 22, 2024

How Fisherman's Wharf compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Fisherman's Wharf.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
ZIP Code 941331 mi57°Fabout the same25 in
Alcatraz Island1 mi57°Fabout the same25 in
ZIP Code 941022 mi57°Fabout the same25 in
Area Code 4152 mi57°Fabout the same25 in
San Francisco County2 mi57°Fabout the same25 in

Best time to visit Fisherman's Wharf

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.

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

What this means for Fisherman's Wharf

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 43°F - an unusually even climate through the year.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Fisherman's Wharf is a district in San Francisco. Fisherman's Wharf is a district known for sea lions and Alcatraz ferries.

Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Fisherman's Wharf with mainly clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 57°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Fisherman's Wharf 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 13 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 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Fisherman's Wharf today at 9.9/10. 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.

Quick facts about Fisherman's Wharf

TypeDistrict
CitySan Francisco
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates37°48′28.8″N 122°25′3.7″W (37.808, -122.4177)
Known forsea lions and Alcatraz ferries
Local time7:43 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fisherman's Wharf?

Fisherman's Wharf is a district in San Francisco. Its coordinates are 37.808, -122.4177. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Fisherman's Wharf right now?

It is currently 68°F (20°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 17 mph.

When is the best time to visit Fisherman's Wharf?

May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Fisherman's Wharf, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Fisherman's Wharf in?

Fisherman's Wharf observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 7:43 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Fisherman's Wharf?

The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 13 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Fisherman's Wharf?

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 August 24, 2026 at 7:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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