The best times to visit Folsom for ideal weather are

April 16th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Folsom Travel Info

Weather in Folsom

Temperature

Average temperatures in Folsom vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Folsom, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 97.5°F (36.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.9°F (16.6°C) at night.

Folsom Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Folsom Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Folsom Perceived Temperature (F)

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Folsom Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Folsom Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 57.9 44.7 35.6
Feb 62.7 49.1 38.9
Mar 67.5 54.1 43.1
Apr 73.5 58 44.7
May 81.4 64.5 49.8
Jun 91.1 73.2 56.9
Jul 96.6 78.1 61
Aug 94.9 76.1 58.8
Sep 91.1 72.5 56.1
Oct 79.3 62.5 48.9
Nov 64.7 50.4 39.7
Dec 56.7 45.1 36.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 14.4 7.1 2
Feb 17.1 9.5 3.8
Mar 19.7 12.3 6.2
Apr 23.1 14.4 7.1
May 27.4 18.1 9.9
Jun 32.8 22.9 13.8
Jul 35.9 25.6 16.1
Aug 34.9 24.5 14.9
Sep 32.8 22.5 13.4
Oct 26.3 16.9 9.4
Nov 18.2 10.2 4.3
Dec 13.7 7.3 2.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Folsom are July, August, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Folsom? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Folsom.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Folsom (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.4
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 5% 0 0.6
Apr 3% 0 0.4
May 2% 0 0.1
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0.2
Nov 1% 0 0.1
Dec 2% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 5 0 1.5
Apr 3 0 1
May 2 0 0.3
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0.5
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 2 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Folsom has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (27.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (72.4%).

Wind in Folsom is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by July and June. May’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.3 MPH or 11.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 14.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Folsom.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 12.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 12.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jul 6.3 Light breeze 11.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.9 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 72.4%
Feb 63.9%
Mar 57.9%
Apr 49.8%
May 37.9%
Jun 32.5%
Jul 27.5%
Aug 29%
Sep 32%
Oct 44.9%
Nov 64%
Dec 71.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Folsom?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Folsom, CA, US is June, followed by July and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Folsom in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48.1 in December means 48.1% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Folsom Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Folsom, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 93°F (33.9°C) and 60.2°F (15.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Folsom to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 64.5°F (18.1°C) and 54.8°F (12.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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