The El Centro, CA Metro Area has a hot desert climate, with very mild winters and extremely hot summers. The weather is generally dry throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 68°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. The area receives less than 4 inches of rain annually, making it one of the driest regions in the United States. Winters are characterized by clear skies and high pressure systems that produce very little precipitation. Thunderstorms are possible during summer months but occur less frequently than other parts of the country. Most days see sunshine and clear skies. However, strong winds can make outdoor activities uncomfortable during certain times of the year.
El Centro Metro Area, California gets 3 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
El Centro Metro Area averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 277 sunny days per year in El Centro Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
El Centro Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 15 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 107 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 42
Rain: averages 3 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year