The best times to visit Moss Landing for ideal weather are

May 21st 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 Moss Landing Travel Info

Weather in Moss Landing

Temperature

Average temperatures in Moss Landing vary somewhat. 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 58th 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 Moss Landing, the hottest months are September, August, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late August to early September where highs are regularly around 79.3°F (26.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.2°F (12.3°C) at night.

Moss Landing Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Moss Landing 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.

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Moss Landing Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Moss Landing 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 64.3 50.2 39.7
Feb 63 51.4 42.5
Mar 65.9 53.5 44.2
Apr 67.7 54.9 45.2
May 69.9 57.1 47.9
Jun 72.2 59.6 51.1
Jul 72.3 61 54.1
Aug 73.8 61.8 54.5
Sep 76.5 62.3 53.3
Oct 75.1 60.1 50.2
Nov 68.1 54.1 44
Dec 60.9 49.1 39.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.9 10.1 4.3
Feb 17.2 10.8 5.8
Mar 18.8 11.9 6.8
Apr 19.8 12.7 7.3
May 21.1 13.9 8.8
Jun 22.3 15.3 10.6
Jul 22.4 16.1 12.3
Aug 23.2 16.6 12.5
Sep 24.7 16.8 11.8
Oct 23.9 15.6 10.1
Nov 20.1 12.3 6.7
Dec 16.1 9.5 4.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Moss Landing are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid June. For example, on the week of June 11th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Moss Landing? 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 Moss Landing.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Moss Landing (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 11% 0 1.7
Feb 20% 0 2.5
Mar 14% 0 2.7
Apr 10% 0 1.2
May 3% 0 0.3
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 1% 0 0.1
Oct 5% 0 1.1
Nov 14% 0 1.7
Dec 21% 0 3.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 4.3
Feb 20 0 6.4
Mar 14 0 6.9
Apr 10 0 3
May 3 0 0.8
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 1 0 0.3
Oct 5 0 2.8
Nov 14 0 4.3
Dec 21 0 9.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Moss Landing has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (60.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (70.6%).

Wind in Moss Landing is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and May. July’s average wind speed of around 4 knots (4.6 MPH or 7.5 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 11 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.5 Gentle breeze
May 3.9 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze
Jun 4 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 3 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.5 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 60.5%
Feb 66.9%
Mar 65.7%
Apr 62%
May 63.6%
Jun 66.3%
Jul 70.6%
Aug 70%
Sep 65.1%
Oct 61.6%
Nov 63.6%
Dec 66.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Moss Landing?

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 Moss Landing, CA, US is July, followed by August and May. 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 Moss Landing in September. 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 34.1 in September means 34.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Moss Landing Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 63.3°F (17.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Moss Landing, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Moss Landing to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.5°F (19.2°C) and 60°F (15.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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