County in California

San Diego County Population (2026)

Population of San Diego County with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.

🌙 76°F now🕔 11:48 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 3.3 million

Population of San Diego County

Population3.280.000

San Diego County ranks #2 by population among 6 comparable places in this atlas.

Quick facts about San Diego County

TypeCounty
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611)
Population3.280.000
Local time11:48 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

Summary

San Diego County is a county in California. San Diego County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 3.3 million.

Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in San Diego County with clear. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 69°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit San Diego County 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is 6.1°F above the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in San Diego County today at 9.8/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 32°42′56.5″N 117°9′40″W (32.7157, -117.1611)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Diego County?

San Diego County is a county in California. Its coordinates are 32.7157, -117.1611. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in San Diego County right now?

It is currently 76°F (25°C) with clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit San Diego County?

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

What time zone is San Diego County in?

San Diego County observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 11:48 AM.

How many people live in San Diego County?

San Diego County has a population of approximately 3.3 million.

What is the nearest airport to San Diego County?

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 County?

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 (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 23, 2026 at 11:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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