San Benito County Climate
San Benito County, California
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.2°F
Annual Precip
13.6"
Annual Snowfall
0.1"
Extreme Heat Days
54
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,406
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: San Benito County
Climate Verdict
San Benito County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.2°F, arid conditions receiving just 13.6 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 54.333333333333336 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 47.9°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.1°F. The climate is remarkably stable year-round, with only a 21°F difference between January and July. December is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
San Benito County closely matches the California statewide average temperature of 58.7°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 12.2 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About San Benito County Weather
San Benito's moderate annual profile
San Benito County averages 58.2°F, placing it very close to the California state average and the national median. It receives a modest 13.6 inches of rain per year, typical for the Central Coast hinterlands.
Aligning with the state average
The county's 58.2°F average is nearly identical to the California statewide average of 58.7°F. Its precipitation of 13.6 inches is notably lower than the state average of 25.8 inches, indicating a drier environment.
Cooler than the inland valleys
San Benito is significantly cooler than nearby San Joaquin County, which averages 62.5°F. This reflects the county's transitional geography between the coast and the hot interior.
Warm summers with crisp nights
The county sees 54 extreme heat days a year, significantly fewer than the deep Central Valley. July averages a comfortable 69.1°F, while winters are cool with a January average of 47.9°F.
Prepare for dry, temperate weather
While heat is less intense than inland, 54 days of 90°F weather still require cooling solutions. Light winter gear suffices for the mild 48.3°F winter average.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.