Sacramento, CA Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sacramento
Sacramento has a Mediterranean climate, marked by hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Average daytime highs range from about 56°F (13°C) in December to around 97°F (36°C) in July, and the city records roughly 58 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 97°F (36°C)
- Coldest month: December - highs near 56°F (13°C)
- Record high: 117°F (47°C) · Record low: 27°F (-3°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: January (10 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.9 h sun/day)
- Climate type: Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 97°F (36°C) and overnight lows stay near 62°F (17°C). The coolest month is December, with typical highs of 56°F (13°C) and lows around 40°F (4°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 117°F (47°C) and dropped as low as 27°F (-3°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.0 inches (127 mm) of rain over 10 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.9 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 40° | 10 | 5.0 in | 6.2 h/day | 83% |
| February | 61° | 41° | 7 | 4.0 in | 8.6 h/day | 73% |
| March | 65° | 44° | 10 | 4.0 in | 9.2 h/day | 71% |
| April | 73° | 49° | 5 | 1.5 in | 11.2 h/day | 61% |
| May | 82° | 54° | 4 | 0.8 in | 13.0 h/day | 52% |
| June | 92° | 60° | 1 | 0.2 in | 13.6 h/day | 45% |
| July | 97° | 62° | 0 | 0.0 in | 13.9 h/day | 45% |
| August | 96° | 62° | 0 | 0.1 in | 13.1 h/day | 49% |
| September | 90° | 60° | 1 | 0.4 in | 11.6 h/day | 49% |
| October | 80° | 54° | 3 | 1.4 in | 9.9 h/day | 52% |
| November | 64° | 44° | 6 | 2.6 in | 8.1 h/day | 70% |
| December | 56° | 40° | 11 | 4.9 in | 6.2 h/day | 81% |
Sacramento month by month
Sacramento weather in January
January brings highs around 57°F (14°C), lows near 40°F (5°C), about 10 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Sacramento.
Sacramento weather in February
February brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 7 wet days.
Sacramento weather in March
March brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), about 10 wet days.
Sacramento weather in April
April brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), about 5 wet days.
Sacramento weather in May
May brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 4 wet days.
Sacramento weather in June
June brings highs around 92°F (34°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 1 wet days.
Sacramento weather in July
July brings highs around 97°F (36°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 0 wet days - typically the hottest month and the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Sacramento.
Sacramento weather in August
August brings highs around 96°F (35°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 0 wet days.
Sacramento weather in September
September brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 1 wet days.
Sacramento weather in October
October brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 3 wet days.
Sacramento weather in November
November brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 44°F (6°C), about 6 wet days.
Sacramento weather in December
December brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 11 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Sacramento.
Seasons in Sacramento
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Sacramento is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 73°F (23°C) and nights around 49°F (10°C); expect showers on roughly 18 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Sacramento brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 95°F (35°C) and nights around 62°F (16°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Sacramento brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 78°F (26°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); rain falls on about 10 days over the three months.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Sacramento stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 58°F (14°C) and nights around 40°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
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Best time to visit Sacramento
The best time to visit Sacramento is generally April to May and October to November, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 72°F (22°C).
Pack for Sacramento with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; rain gear if you travel around January. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 62°F (17°C).
Sacramento temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.