Santa Clara County Map
Interactive map of Santa Clara County with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Santa Clara County is a county in California. Santa Clara County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.9 million.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Santa Clara County with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 51°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Santa Clara County is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 30 mi away. Nearby highlights include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Pinnacles National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is 12.8°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Santa Clara County 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.
Map of Santa Clara County
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Coordinates: 37°21′14.8″N 121°57′18.7″W (37.3541, -121.9552)
Quick facts about Santa Clara County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°21′14.8″N 121°57′18.7″W (37.3541, -121.9552) |
| Population | 1.900.000 |
| Local time | 12:26 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Neighboring counties in California
Sorted by distance from Santa Clara County.
Getting to Santa Clara County
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) · 30 mi
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) · 309 mi
- San Francisco · 39 mi · roughly 53 min driving
- Napa · 68 mi · roughly 1.6 h driving
- Sacramento · 88 mi · roughly 2 h driving
- Lake Tahoe · 159 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
- Reno · 190 mi · roughly 4.4 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Santa Clara County
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | 30 mi | San Francisco |
| Los Angeles International Airport | LAX | 309 mi | Los Angeles |
Things to do in Santa Clara County
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Santa Clara County.
Explore Santa Clara County
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Santa Clara County?
Santa Clara County is a county in California. Its coordinates are 37.3541, -121.9552. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Santa Clara County right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Santa Clara County?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Santa Clara County, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Santa Clara County in?
Santa Clara County observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:26 PM.
How many people live in Santa Clara County?
Santa Clara County has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Santa Clara County?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 30 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 309 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Santa Clara County?
Popular options include Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Pinnacles National Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Half Dome.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - 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 October 28, 2026 at 12:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
