Geography of San Diego
Geography of San Diego: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of San Diego
San Diego County is 0 mi to the north, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is 58 mi to the north-east, Orange County is 79 mi to the north-west and Palm Springs is 85 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611)
Quick facts about San Diego
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611) |
| Population | 1.380.000 |
| Known for | Beaches, zoo and Balboa Park |
| Local time | 9:33 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by airport in San Diego
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in San Diego
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
San Diego is a city in California. San Diego is known for Beaches, zoo and Balboa Park. It has a population of about 1.4 million.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in San Diego with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 69°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit San Diego 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 78°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 48°F.
The closest major airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN), about 2 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 78°F is in line with the 76°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. outdoors is the strongest bet in San Diego today at 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,3 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in San Diego 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 | 65° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 65° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 67° | 52° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 54° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 69° | 58° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 72° | 61° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 64° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 78° | 65° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 76° | 64° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 58° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 69° | 52° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 66° | 49° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is San Diego?
San Diego is a city in California. Its coordinates are 32.7157, -117.1611. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in San Diego right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit San Diego?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in San Diego, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is San Diego in?
San Diego observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:33 PM.
How many people live in San Diego?
San Diego has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to San Diego?
The closest airports are San Diego International Airport (SAN), 2 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 111 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 259 mi away.
What are the top things to do in San Diego?
Popular options include Coronado Beach, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort, Joshua Tree National Park, Santa Monica State Beach and Hollywood Sign.
What places are in San Diego?
San Diego covers 2 places in this atlas, including San Diego International Airport and Coronado Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 September 20, 2026 at 9:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
