San Francisco in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in San Francisco (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 13.7°C and lows of 7.7°C, with around 313.6mm of rain across the season (25 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in San Francisco covers December, January, February.
Winter in San Francisco month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 13.2°C | 8.0°C | 182.2mm | 12 | 9/10 |
| January | 13.3°C | 7.7°C | 98.0mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| February | 14.5°C | 7.5°C | 33.4mm | 4 | 10/10 |
What to pack for San Francisco in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit San Francisco?
Winter in San Francisco rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 13.7°C with 313.6mm of rain across the season.
How hot is San Francisco in winter?
Daytime highs average 13.7°C (56.7°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 7.7°C.
What months are winter in San Francisco?
San Francisco is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit San Francisco · San Francisco annual climate · San Francisco in spring · San Francisco in summer · San Francisco in autumn
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Winter in San Francisco — what to pack
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Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.