Best time to visit Big Sur

Q: When is the best time to visit Big Sur?

The best time to visit Big Sur is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Big Sur?

The hottest time of year in Big Sur is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 23°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Big Sur?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Big Sur with 191mm on average. There are normally 9 days in January with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Big Sur?

The sunniest time of year in Big Sur is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 78% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Big Sur?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Big Sur in September when the water temperature reaches 15°C.

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When is the best time to visit Big Sur?

The best time to visit Big Sur is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Big Sur?

The hottest time of year in Big Sur is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 23°C.

Which month has the most rain in Big Sur?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Big Sur with 191mm on average. There are normally 9 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Big Sur?

The sunniest time of year in Big Sur is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 78% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Big Sur?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Big Sur in September when the water temperature reaches 15°C.