Atascadero, CA has a Mediterranean climate characterized by mild winters and hot, dry summers. Average temperatures in the summer often range from the low 70s to mid-90s Fahrenheit. During the winter, temperatures are generally cool and rarely fall below freezing. Rainfall is light throughout the year with only about 10 inches of average annual precipitation. The area typically enjoys clear skies and plenty of sunshine throughout most of the year, making it a great destination for those looking to escape the snow and cold of more northern climates.
Atascadero, California gets 21 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Atascadero averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 290 sunny days per year in Atascadero. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Atascadero gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 49 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 88 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 37
Rain: averages 21 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year