About California
The Golden State offers stunning Pacific coastlines, world-famous cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco, and diverse landscapes from redwood forests to desert valleys.
Cities(14)
Auburn
Auburn: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Bear Valley
Bear Valley: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Los Angeles
The City of Angels, home to Hollywood, stunning beaches, and endless sunshine on the Southern California coast.
Malibu
Malibu: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Pacifica
Pacifica: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Palm Springs
A desert oasis famous for mid-century modern architecture, hot springs, golf courses, and stunning mountain scenery.
Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
San Diego
America's Finest City, famous for its perfect weather, beautiful beaches, world-class zoo, and vibrant Mexican-American culture.
San Francisco
The iconic city by the bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, Victorian architecture, and diverse culture.
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Snow Summit
Snow Summit: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Quick Facts
Capital
Sacramento
Population
39,538,223
Area (km²)
423967 km²
Sunny Days/Year
260 days
Avg. Temperature
18°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in California
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
10h 34m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:25
- Sunset
- 16:59
- Golden hour
- 16:22
- Blue hour
- 17:26
2 min less daylight than yesterday
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
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Where to stay in California
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in California, from our partner Stay22.
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Things to do in California
Tours and activities in California, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Best Time to Visit
California's best time to visit depends on the region. Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer ideal weather statewide with comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. Summer is perfect for beaches and mountains but can be extremely hot inland. Winter brings ski season to the Sierras and mild weather to Southern California.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Mediterranean / Semi-arid
California features a Mediterranean climate along the coast with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The state's diverse geography creates numerous microclimates - from the foggy San Francisco Bay to the scorching Death Valley. Coastal areas enjoy moderate temperatures year-round (15-25°C), while inland valleys experience hot summers (35-45°C) and cooler winters.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 18° | 8° | 75 |
February | 19° | 9° | 80 |
March | 21° | 10° | 55 |
April | 23° | 11° | 25 |
May | 25° | 13° | 8 |
June | 28° | 15° | 2 |
July | 30° | 17° | 0 |
August | 30° | 17° | 0 |
September | 29° | 16° | 3 |
October | 26° | 13° | 15 |
November | 21° | 10° | 35 |
December | 18° | 8° | 55 |
Weather in California
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Pacifica
Pacifica: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
San Francisco
The iconic city by the bay, famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, Victorian architecture, and diverse culture.
Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Palisades Tahoe
Palisades Tahoe: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.