Current Weather and Forecast in Monterey, CA
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About the weather in Monterey
Monterey has an oceanic climate. September is the warmest month, with average highs of 67°, and February the coldest, when nights fall to around 47°. January brings the most rain, on about 10 days, while June is the sunniest, with 12.5 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 59 days.
Monterey climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
What is the hottest month in Monterey?
September, averaging 67°F (20°C) by day and 56°F (14°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 90°F (32°C).
Does it rain a lot in Monterey?
21.8 inches (554 mm) a year across 59 wet days - less than 80% of the cities we cover.
When does it rain most in Monterey?
January, at 4.7 inches (120 mm) over about 10 days. August is the driest month, at 1 mm (0.0 in).
How hot does Monterey get in summer?
September averages 67°F (20°C). Even at its peak the year stays cool.
When is Monterey at its coldest?
February, with highs of 58°F (15°C) and lows near 47°F (8°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 36°F (2°C).
What is the best month to go to Monterey?
May to October is the sweet spot for Monterey - the dry season is running but the afternoons are still bearable. Expect 64°F (18°C) in the afternoon and around 1 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in May.
Is there snow in Monterey?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Monterey shows no regular measurable snowfall.
When is the dry season in Monterey?
5 months average under 20 mm of rain, with August the driest at 1 mm (0.0 in).