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San Diego County Weather Forecast

San Diego County weather: 74°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.

☁️ 74°F now🕔 11:12 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 3.3 million

San Diego County weather in November

69°
average high · low 52°F
★★★★
ranked #8 of 12 months

A good month to visit San Diego County.

Average high69°F
Average low52°F
Mean60°F
Rainfall2,1 in

November runs 35°F cooler than the annual average in San Diego County.

Compare with October or December.

Weather map for San Diego County

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Climate in San Diego County 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
January65°48°2,4 in★★★★
February65°50°3,1 in★★★★
March67°52°2,7 in★★★★
April67°54°0,5 in★★★★★
May69°58°0,3 in★★★★★
June72°61°0,1 in★★★★★
July76°64°0,0 in★★★★★
August78°65°0,6 in★★★★★
September76°64°0,8 in★★★★★
October75°58°0,8 in★★★★★
November69°52°2,1 in★★★★
December66°49°1,3 in★★★★

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

Best time to visit San Diego County

Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.

How San Diego County compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against San Diego County.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
San Diego0 mi63°Fabout the same15 in
San Diego International Airport2 mi63°Fabout the same15 in
Coronado Beach3 mi63°Fabout the same15 in
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park58 mi74°F+43°F warmer5 in
Orange County79 mi64°F+33°F warmer16 in

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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 11:12 PM.

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.
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 23, 2026 at 11:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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