The climate in 94901 San Rafael, CA is generally mild and temperate. Summers are usually warm with highs in the 70s and 80s while winters tend to be cool with temperatures rarely falling below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Rainfall is relatively evenly spread throughout the year, although there is a slightly higher amount in winter months. The area experiences little or no snowfall. On average, San Rafael enjoys 300 days of sunshine per year, making this a great place for outdoor activities like hiking, biking and boating all year round.
San Rafael (zip 94901), California gets 41 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
San Rafael (zip 94901) averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 260 sunny days per year in San Rafael (zip 94901). The US average is 205 sunny days.
San Rafael (zip 94901) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 77 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 41 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year