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Current Local Time in San Diego County

Current local time and time zone in San Diego County, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 74°F now🕔 9:41 AM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 3.3 million

Current local time in San Diego County

9:41 AM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now4:41 PM
Sunrise6:17 AM
Sunset7:24 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:17 AM
Sunset7:24 PM
Daylight13h 7m
Solar noon12:50 PM
Golden hour (am)6:17 AM - 7:17 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:24 PM - 7:24 PM
Blue hour (am)5:47 AM - 6:17 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:24 PM - 7:54 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 86%
Moonrise5:35 PM
Moonset2:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

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 time9:41 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 74°F (23°C) in San Diego County with partly cloudy. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 70°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - 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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is 12.1°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 9.9/10. 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.

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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 74°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 89% and wind is 2 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 9:41 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 24, 2026 at 9:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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