The best times to visit San Clemente for ideal weather are

February 12th to April 29th

or

October 8th to December 16th

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

 

 


Other San Clemente Travel Info

Weather in San Clemente

Temperature

Average temperatures in San Clemente vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st 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 San Clemente, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63°F (17.2°C) at night.

San Clemente Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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San Clemente 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.

San Clemente Perceived Temperature (F)

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San Clemente Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average San Clemente 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 86.4 71.7 60.2
Feb 83.5 70.5 60.1
Mar 79 66.2 56
Apr 73.7 59.6 48.9
May 66.1 53.6 43.9
Jun 59.8 46.9 36.4
Jul 58.3 45.9 35.7
Aug 61.8 49.8 40.2
Sep 65.2 53.6 44.6
Oct 70.8 58.7 49.3
Nov 77.7 64.5 54
Dec 83.6 69.4 57.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.2 22.1 15.7
Feb 28.6 21.4 15.6
Mar 26.1 19 13.3
Apr 23.2 15.3 9.4
May 18.9 12 6.6
Jun 15.4 8.3 2.4
Jul 14.6 7.7 2.1
Aug 16.6 9.9 4.6
Sep 18.4 12 7
Oct 21.6 14.8 9.6
Nov 25.4 18.1 12.2
Dec 28.7 20.8 14.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in San Clemente are June, July, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early June. For example, on the week of June 4th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October to early November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of October 29th.

When can you find snow in San Clemente? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around July, especially close to mid July. The best time to ski (if at all) in San Clemente is often around around July 16th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 San Clemente.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in San Clemente (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 16% 0 5.3
Feb 19% 0 3.9
Mar 22% 0 3.8
Apr 15% 0 2.8
May 15% 0 2.4
Jun 11% 0 1.9
Jul 12% 48.4 3.1
Aug 15% 0 3.5
Sep 18% 0 3.7
Oct 21% 0 4
Nov 19% 0 3.5
Dec 15% 0 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 0 13.5
Feb 19 0 9.9
Mar 22 0 9.7
Apr 15 0 7.1
May 15 0 6.1
Jun 11 0 4.8
Jul 12 122.9 7.9
Aug 15 0 8.9
Sep 18 0 9.4
Oct 21 0 10.2
Nov 19 0 8.9
Dec 15 0 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

San Clemente has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (58.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (75.6%).

Wind in San Clemente is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by November and October. September’s average wind speed of around 6.9 knots (7.9 MPH or 12.8 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 early October where average top sustained speeds reach 13.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.2 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Feb 5.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 5 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Apr 4.9 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Sep 6.9 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Nov 6.8 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.5%
Feb 65.7%
Mar 69.2%
Apr 68.9%
May 75.6%
Jun 74.7%
Jul 73.9%
Aug 71.4%
Sep 70%
Oct 68.8%
Nov 63.5%
Dec 58.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to San Clemente?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Argentina; 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 Nov 21, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in San Clemente, Argentina is January, followed by November 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 San Clemente 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 59.9 in September means 59.9% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall San Clemente Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 81.4°F (27.4°C) and 61.1°F (16.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in San Clemente, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 80°F (26.7°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in San Clemente to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 79.9°F (26.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 5 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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