Orinda, CA has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. During the summer months, temperatures can reach into the 80s and 90s while winter temperatures rarely dip below 40 degrees. Rainfall is common during the winter months with March and April typically having the most precipitation. The area is also known for its cool summers due to its location in the hills of Northern California, providing relief from the intense heat of other nearby cities. With its mild temperatures and lush landscape, Orinda provides an enjoyable climate for residents year-round.
Orinda, California gets 26 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Orinda averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 261 sunny days per year in Orinda. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Orinda gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 68 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 78 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 42
Rain: averages 26 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year