San Diego Weather - California is called the “Sunshine State” and that’s exactly what San Diego has. Sunshine and lots of it. Almost 110 sunny days a year! However, Mother Nature can sometimes be fickle and likes to mix it up a bit with fog and rain. On occasion she even likes to drop snow in the local mountains.

So what should you expect when visiting San Diego? November through February is considered the city’s rainy season, with most falling in January and February. Julian is the prime area to visit during these months. What can be a better combination than snow and hot apple pie?

During the months of March, April, and into May spring flowers and tress are at their finest. This is the perfect season to head into the desert areas around San Diego to see the beginnings of the season. Just north of downtown is The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. This 50-acre parcel overlooking the Pacific Ocean is covered with over 1,500 colorful Annuals, Perennials, and Garden Mums.

Fog engulfs the coast during June, but “June Gloom” usually burns off by mid-day. The days are overcast but not normally cold. July is warm with temperatures continuing to rise as the days pass. Surfers and jet skiers become common sights and the beach is a popular hot spot.

By August and September the city’s temperatures are at their hottest. When visiting attractions with animals, such as the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, it’s best to get there when the animals are most active. Which is usually in the early mornings or late afternoons.

When October rolls around the days are usually still warm, but nights are chilly. Fall is definitely in the air.

San Diegans are used to a Mild Climate, so what residents might think of as cold, visitors might find bearable or even consider warm. Anytime is the right time to visit San Diego.