Oakland has a warm temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters.
Temperatures peak in September and drop to their lowest in December, while rainfall is highest during winter months.
Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating warm and humid conditions.
| Month | 🌤️ | High | Low | Avg | Humid % | Rain (mm) | Wind (m/s) | Solar (kWh/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | ☔ | 63.0°F | 35.5°F | 49.3°F | 84% | 116 | 2.2 | 2.42 |
| February | ☔ | 66.2°F | 37.2°F | 51.7°F | 82% | 111 | 2.3 | 3.31 |
| March | ☔ | 70.1°F | 39.9°F | 55.0°F | 82% | 92 | 2.4 | 4.62 |
| April | 🌤️ | 76.3°F | 41.4°F | 58.8°F | 79% | 36 | 2.4 | 6.02 |
| May | ☀️ | 79.8°F | 44.9°F | 62.4°F | 77% | 19 | 2.5 | 6.74 |
| June | ☀️ | 85.3°F | 48.2°F | 66.8°F | 73% | 6 | 2.5 | 7.12 |
| July | ☀️ | 84.3°F | 50.4°F | 67.4°F | 72% | 1 | 2.3 | 6.53 |
| August | ☀️ | 86.4°F | 51.8°F | 69.1°F | 72% | 2 | 2.3 | 5.85 |
| September | ☀️ | 89.7°F | 51.1°F | 70.4°F | 70% | 7 | 2.0 | 5.04 |
| October | ☀️ | 85.2°F | 47.0°F | 66.1°F | 70% | 33 | 1.9 | 3.90 |
| November | 🌤️ | 73.3°F | 39.8°F | 56.6°F | 77% | 74 | 2.0 | 2.83 |
| December | ☔ | 63.6°F | 35.5°F | 49.5°F | 82% | 122 | 2.3 | 2.18 |
Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)
🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.
🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.
☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.
Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F
Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in September, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.
These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.
Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month
Monthly averages · 1981–2025
💧 Humidity peaks at 84% in January · annual avg 77%
The warmest year in Oakland's recorded history was 2014 (avg: 63.5°F), while the coldest was 1982 (avg: 57.4°F).
Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °F
Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year
| Year | Min Temp | Avg Temp | Max Temp | Rainfall (mm) | Avg Humidity | Avg Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | 46.0°F | 61.5°F | 77.2°F | 488 | 80% | 2.3 m/s |
2024 | 45.5°F | 61.5°F | 77.4°F | 684 | 78% | 2.4 m/s |
2023 | 43.5°F | 59.2°F | 74.8°F | 722 | 79% | 2.4 m/s |
2022 | 43.7°F | 61.2°F | 78.6°F | 365 | 75% | 2.4 m/s |
2021 | 45.0°F | 61.9°F | 78.8°F | 556 | 75% | 2.4 m/s |
2020 🔥 | 45.1°F | 63.3°F | 81.7°F | 202 | 73% | 2.2 m/s |
2019 | 44.4°F | 60.8°F | 77.2°F | 761 | 77% | 2.4 m/s |
2018 | 44.4°F | 61.0°F | 77.5°F | 508 | 75% | 2.3 m/s |
2017 | 44.2°F | 61.0°F | 77.7°F | 769 | 77% | 2.3 m/s |
2016 | 45.0°F | 60.6°F | 76.1°F | 661 | 79% | 2.3 m/s |
Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years
Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), September is typically the hottest month in Oakland, California, with average high temperatures around 89.7°F.
December is the coldest month in Oakland, with average low temperatures around 35.5°F.
December receives the most rainfall with approximately 122 mm, while July is the driest with 1 mm.
The highest recorded temperature was 102.3°F in September 2020. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.
The lowest recorded temperature was 26.4°F in February 1989.
This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.
Oakland receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 7.12 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in California.
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.
All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.
