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Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California
Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California

Weather in January

January is a refreshing winter month in Chico, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.6°F (4.8°C) and max 55.4°F (13°C). January's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Chico, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C). Transitioning into February, Chico records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C), almost identical to January's 55.4°F (13°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderate month in Chico, California, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C). In March, Chico experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to a still moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Chico, California, is a comfortable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C). April's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from March's moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Chico, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 76.6°F (24.8°C). As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is a hot month in Chico, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 87.1°F (30.6°C). As Chico transitions into June, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in May to a tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July in Chico, California, is a fiery hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 95.2°F (35.1°C). Chico's warmest weather arrives in July, when temperatures average a high of 95.2°F (35.1°C) and a low of 63.5°F (17.5°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Chico, California, with an average temperature varying between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 93.4°F (34.1°C). The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a tropical 93.4°F (34.1°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Chico, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.4°F (30.8°C) and min 59.9°F (15.5°C). September signifies a gentle decline in Chico's average high-temperature, easing from 93.4°F (34.1°C) in August to a still tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, in Chico, California, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C). The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from a tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) in September to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is another refreshing month in Chico, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 61.7°F (16.5°C). The transition into November indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) from October's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chico, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Chico, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low of 39°F (3.9°C). Weather in December »

Frequently asked questions

How much does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Chico, snow does not fall in January through November.

How much does it snow?

In Chico, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm).

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the rainiest month?

February is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, March is the most humid month.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chico, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 14h and 54min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

When is the highest UV index in Chico?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What part of the year is the hottest?

July, with its high-temperature average of 95.2°F (35.1°C) and a low-temperature average of 63.5°F (17.5°C), is the warmest month.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 32%, July is the least humid month.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Chico is July, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation.

What month has the most sunshine?

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

What month is the coldest?

December is Chico's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and lows of 39°F (3.9°C).

When does it snow?

December is the only month when snow falls in Chico.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

Average temperature
Chico, CA

Average temperature - Chico, CA

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

Average pressure
Chico, CA

Average pressure - Chico, CA

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed
Chico, CA

Average wind speed - Chico, CA

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average rainfall
Chico, CA

Average rainfall - Chico, CA

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days
Chico, CA

Average rainfall days - Chico, CA

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average snowfall
Chico, CA

Average snowfall - Chico, CA

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days
Chico, CA

Average snowfall days - Chico, CA

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Chico, CA

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Chico, CA

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days
Chico, CA

Average sunshine days - Chico, CA

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index
Chico, CA

Average UV index - Chico, CA

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average visibility
Chico, CA

Average visibility - Chico, CA

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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