Berkeley, CA enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate that is characterized by warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The summer months often see temperatures in the mid 70s to low 80s Fahrenheit (21-29 degrees Celsius), while the winter months usually average in the mid 50s (12-15 degrees Celsius). Rainfall is most common during the winter months and can range from light showers to heavy downpours. Additionally, Berkeley has a unique microclimate due to its proximity to San Francisco Bay. This results in warmer temperatures than inland areas and cooler temperatures than areas located closer to the coast.
Berkeley, California gets 26 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Berkeley averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 256 sunny days per year in Berkeley. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Berkeley gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 67 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 72 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 44
Rain: averages 26 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year