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Irvine, California Weather

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Irvine weather forecast — hour by hour, 7-day outlook, NOAA radar

Irvine, CA
Sunday, July 5 at 12:00 PM
81
°
Clear
Feels like
87°
Humidity
54%
Wind
8 mph
Sunrise
10:46 PM
Sunset
1:05 PM
Irvine, CA
Hour by hour · 24h
24-Hour ForecastIrvine, CA: 24-hour forecast. Temperatures range from 64 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit.
L 64°H 83°
Irvine, CA
7-day forecast
  1. Today
    Jul 5
    Overcast
    —
    —
    83°64°—
  2. Monday
    Jul 6
    Overcast
    —
    —
    82°64°-1°
  3. Tuesday
    Jul 7
    Partly Cloudy
    —
    —
    86°63°+4°
  4. Wednesday
    Jul 8
    Clear
    —
    —
    90°70°+4°
  5. Thursday
    Jul 9
    Clear
    —
    —
    88°72°-2°
  6. Friday
    Jul 10
    Overcast
    —
    —
    85°71°-3°
  7. Saturday
    Jul 11
    Overcast
    —
    —
    82°71°-3°
Irvine, CA
Next 24 hours · Warm now
60°73°86°6a12p6p12anow 81°high 83°low 64°
Irvine, CA
Anemometer · 24h winds · from true
NESW
From · True
W
268° · backing 19°
Direction
W
268°
Sustained
8
mph
Gust
9
mph
Peak 24h
11
avg 4
Beaufort · 3 · GENTLE BRZ
0
CALM
<1
1
LIGHT AIR
1–3
2
LIGHT BRZ
4–7
3
GENTLE BRZ
8–12
4
MOD BRZ
13–18
5
FRESH BRZ
19–24
6
STRONG BRZ
25–31
7
NEAR GALE
32–38
24h · sust vs gust · mph
avg 4 · pk 11 @ 4:00p
010MPHB1B2B3B4-21h-18h-15h-12h-9h-6h-3h-24hNOWpk 115SUSTGUST
−24h−18h−12h−6hnow
Light breeze backing 19° from the w.
Irvine, CA
Barometer · 24h pressure · mb
STORMRAINCHANGEFAIRDRY9901000101010201030
Pressure · mb
1009.2
-0.6 mb in 3h · falling · 29.80 inHg
Now
1009.2
mb
3h
-0.6
mb
12h
0.0
mb
24h
-1.3
mb
Regime · RAIN
STORM
RAIN
CHANGE
FAIR
DRY
24h · Pressure · mb
range 1008–1011
1000STORM|RAIN10051010RAIN|CHG1015CHG|FAIR-21h-18h-15h-12h-9h-6h-3h-24hNOW1010.51008.21009.2
−24h−18h−12h−6hnow
Damp, unsettled regime — wet weather lingers nearby.
Irvine, CA
Air quality
34
AQI
Good
→+1 in 6h

AQI 34 (Good), driven by PM2.5. AQI flat over the last 6 hours (within ±3 points). PM2.5 at 9.6 µg/m³ (AQI 52), ratio 0.68 with 8 mph wind — characteristic of long-range haze transport rather than a local source.

OK No precautions needed for the general population; unusually sensitive individuals may consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion.

PM 2.5DRIVERGood
9.6μg/m³
PM 10Good
14μg/m³
NO₂Good
2μg/m³
OzoneModerate
74μg/m³
UV IndexExtreme
12.1

What's driving it

Ozone × UV × Sky

Ozone at AQI 35 now. With UV 12 peaking around 1 PM under clear skies, surface ozone likely climbs to AQI 56 around 1 PM.

Present
AQI 35
UV peak
12.0 at 1 PM
Sky at peak
clear
Projected peak
AQI 56

PM × Wind × Precip

PM2.5 at 9.6 µg/m³ (AQI 52), ratio 0.68 with 8 mph wind — characteristic of long-range haze transport rather than a local source.

PM2.5/PM10
0.68
Wind
light
Recent rain
0h in last 6h
Pattern
transport

Trends

Seven days of AQI and PM2.5.

Hourly air-quality data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service, charted across the past and next several days. Dashed lines mark the AQI breakpoints at 50 (Good → Moderate) and 100 (Moderate → Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups).

7-DAY AQI TREND50100SUNMONTUEWEDTHUFRISATSUN7-DAY PM2.5 TREND · μg/m³300
Irvine, CA
Sky cover · visibility · 24h
Cloud cover
3%
CLEAR
100%0%−24h−18h−12h−6hnow
Visibility
65.4mi
UNLIMITED
82 mi0 mi−24h−18h−12h−6hnow
Earth · GOES-19 ABI
Full Disk · Visible · GeoColor
GOES-19 full disk Visible · GeoColor
True-color daytime, blue/IR sandwich at night
19:00 UTC · Irvine, CA · NOAA NESDIS / STAR · up to 10848 px
Continental US · GOES-19 ABI
CONUS Sector · Visible · GeoColor
GOES-19 CONUS Visible · GeoColor
Daytime true-color, blue-light/IR sandwich at night
19:00 UTC · Irvine, CA · NOAA NESDIS / STAR · 5-min cadence · up to 10000 px
Irvine, CA
Satellite · infrared · animated
Irvine, CA
Loading IR frames…
IR · cloud-top temp© RainViewer · Carto
Irvine, CA
Almanac · Sunday, July 5
If the first of July be rainy weather, 'twill rain more or less for four weeks together.
Civil dawn
5:18 AM
Sunrise
10:46 PM
Daylight
14h 19m
Sunset
1:05 PM
Civil dusk
8:35 PM
Planting note
Harvest early potatoes. Begin drying onions on the surface.
Irvine, CA
The moon
Waning Gibbous
70% illuminated
Moonrise
11:07 PM
Moonset
11:10 AM
In sign
♓︎ Pisces
Irvine, CA
Microseason
Jul 1–5

Summer heat deepens across the valleys

weather
Jan 151% of the yearDec 31

Read this microseason across nine climate regions →

Irvine at a glance

  • Today vs. normal: 3°F above the seasonal normal for this latitude
  • Last frost: March 9 (climatological average for this latitude)
  • Microseason: Jul 1–5
  • Planting window: Harvest early potatoes. Begin drying onions on the surface.

ZIP codes: 92602, 92603, 92604, 92606, 92612, 92614, 92617, 92618 +2 more

16-Day Forecast — Irvine

  1. Sun83°64°1%
  2. Mon82°64°1%
  3. Tue86°63°0%
  4. Wed90°70°0%
  5. Thu88°72°0%
  6. Fri85°71°0%
  7. Sat82°71°0%
  8. Sun89°71°2%
  9. Mon95°72°5%
  10. Tue92°77°10%
  11. Wed95°77°5%
  12. Thu99°80°13%
  13. Fri99°80°14%
  14. Sat92°77°3%
  15. Sun95°77°11%
  16. Mon98°75°9%

Forecast data from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0).

Live wind & temperature near Irvine

Right now in the garden

Peak growing season

As of July 5, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.

January 1–5: New year in coastal mist.January 6–10: Hills hold the winter cold.January 11–15: Light lengthens over wet earth.January 16–20: The green pulse quickens.January 21–25: Spring green spreads inland.January 26–31: Winter's grip releases.February 1–5: Fog lifts, flowers open.February 6–10: Blooms erupt across chaparral.February 11–15: Winter blooms at their peak.February 16–20: Rivers recede, flowers spread.February 21–25: Earth warms, flowers rush upslope.February 26–28: Spring advances on cool winds.March 1–5: Grass and trees bud and break.March 6–10: Insects wake and feed.March 11–15: Blossoms crown the hillsides.March 16–20: Monarch chrysalis emergence.March 21–25: Light overtakes dark at equinox.March 26–31: California poppy ablaze.April 1–5: Spring rain feeds the seedlings.April 6–10: Warblers flood the understory.April 11–15: Allen's hummingbirds in courtship dives.April 16–20: Coastal fog settles; sun breaks midday.April 21–25: Oak canopies full and green.April 26–30: Chaparral awakens after spring rains.May 1–5: Coastal wildflowers at their peak.May 6–10: Gray whales complete their migration north.May 11–15: Redwood coast in cool shade.May 16–20: Fog and sun in daily rhythm.May 21–25: Summer approaches; hills turn gold.May 26–31: Dry season begins; tule fog in valleys.June 1–5: Coastal fog thickens at dawn.June 6–10: California poppies fade as heat rises.June 11–15: Summer solstice light stretched thin.June 16–20: Bay laurel fragrance sweetens shade.June 21–25: Longest daylight, driest air.June 26–30: Fog banks mask the turning tide.July 1–5: Summer heat deepens across the valleys.July 6–10: Warm winds drive dryness inland.July 11–15: Pacific high settles in firmly.July 16–20: Young hawks take to the thermals.July 21–25: Peak fire season, peak heat.July 26–31: Chaparral poised for ignition.August 1–5: August begins in scorching stillness.August 6–10: Autumn's first cool breath arrives.August 11–15: Cool winds signal the turning year.August 16–20: Evening cicada chorus.August 21–25: Marine layer descent.August 26–31: Monarch staging begins.September 1–5: Fire season intensity.September 6–10: Dew on drying grasses.September 11–15: Raptor passage begins.September 16–20: Equinox descent.September 21–25: Ceanothus blooms again.September 26–30: Insects retreat below.October 1–5: Creeks begin to whisper.October 6–10: Santa Ana wind season.October 11–15: Wildflower anticipation.October 16–20: Chaparral embers glow.October 21–25: First atmospheric river looms.October 26–31: Rains return at last.November 1–5: Coast live oak leaves turn amber.November 6–10: California lilac blooms in winter light.November 11–15: First rain greens the chaparral.November 16–20: Coastal fog thickens as storms approach.November 21–25: Thanksgiving rains swell the valleys.November 26–30: Autumn's last breath yields to winter.December 1–5: December arrives, storms accelerate.December 6–10: Winter solstice season intensifies.December 11–15: Deep winter: rivers at flood stage.December 16–20: Winter salmon runs peak in northern rivers.December 21–25: Winter solstice: the sun turns.December 26–31: Year's end in wind and rain.🌱February 14 — First skunk-cabbage spathes thaw their way up☀️March 20 — Spring equinox — day and night balance🌸April 5 — Cherry blossoms peak in the parks🐦May 10 — Warbler migration peaks along the coast✨May 25 — First fireflies scout the meadows at dusk🌞June 21 — Summer solstice — longest day🦗July 25 — Peak cicada chorus in the afternoons🌊August 18 — Warmest sea-surface temperatures of the year🍂September 22 — Autumn equinox — the slow turn❄️October 25 — First widespread frost in the suburbs🍁November 10 — Peak leaf color across the Hudson Valley🌙December 21 — Winter solstice — longest night

Microseason · July 1–5

Summer heat deepens across the valleys

Inland temperatures exceed 95°F regularly; fire danger reaches moderate to high across most of the region.

Day 186 of 365 · Wedge 37 of 72

The solar year drawn as a wheel of 72 five-day windows. Each wedge is one microseason; the four colored arcs mark winter, spring, summer, and autumn; the small icons sit at notable phenological events. The crimson pointer creeps clockwise as the year turns.

Planting calendar

MonthPlantHarvest
January——
February——
Marchlettuce, peas, spinach, radishes—
Aprillettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash—
Maytomatoes, peppers, beans, squashlettuce, peas, radishes
Junetomatoes, peppers, beans, squashlettuce, peas, radishes
July—tomatoes, beans, summer squash
August—tomatoes, beans, summer squash
September—tomatoes, beans, summer squash
Octoberfall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrotswinter squash, tomatoes (last)
Novemberfall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots—
December——

A year in weather

August is Irvine's warmest stretch (~77°F) and December its coldest (~59°F); precipitation crests in January at 3.2 inches and ebbs in August to 0.0 inches.

MonthMean tempPrecipRainy days
January60°3.2″5
February60°3.0″5
March63°1.8″3
April65°0.7″2
May68°0.4″1
June72°0.1″0
July76°0.1″0
August77°0.0″0
September76°0.1″0
October71°0.6″1
November65°1.0″2
December59°2.4″4

Regional context

By the nearest station's NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals, Irvine sees 60°F Januarys and 76°F Julys, a 16°F range, plus around 13.5 inches of precipitation across 23 days.

Irvine's moisture rides winter storm tracks: January brings 3.2 inches over 4.5 wet days, while August sees only 0.0 inches across 0.0 days in the dry warm season. That groups Irvine with places like Tustin, CA, Laguna Woods, CA and Lake Forest, CA on the same cool-season storm track.

Freezes are uncommon in Irvine, where the coldest month averages 59°F; cool-season crops grow fall through spring. Summer heat in August (about 77°F) is the binding constraint, not cold. Within Irvine, low or inland lots lose 3-5°F overnight versus Irvine's coastal ground.

Similar climates: Tustin, CA, Laguna Woods, CA, Lake Forest, CA, North Tustin, CA, Newport Beach, CA.

Naturalist notes

California poppies typically reach peak bloom in late April across Irvine's open spaces.

Allen's hummingbirds begin their northward migration through the area in late February.

Frequently asked

When does it freeze in Irvine?
In Irvine, expect the last spring frost near mid-March; Irvine's first autumn frost comes around mid-December.
What is the rainy season in Irvine?
January is the wettest month in Irvine, about 3.2 inches on average; the year totals roughly 14 inches.
What is the warmest month in Irvine?
Irvine peaks in August, when the mean runs near 77°F.
What is the coldest month in Irvine?
December is Irvine's coldest month, averaging about 59°F.
When can I start a vegetable garden in Irvine?
In Irvine, sow peas and hardy greens around mid-March; Irvine's tomatoes and peppers wait two weeks more.
How many rainy days does Irvine get?
Irvine records around 23 days of measurable precipitation annually.
What hardiness zone is Irvine?
With December around 59°F, Irvine's zone reflects that minimum — the USDA ZIP map confirms Irvine's band.
What is the 10-day forecast for Irvine?
Irvine's extended outlook — daily high and low temperatures and precipitation chances for each upcoming day — is in the daily forecast above.
Will it rain this week in Irvine?
See this week's day-by-day rain chances for Irvine in the daily forecast above, and the next 24 hours in the hourly chart.
What is the weather like right now in Irvine?
Current conditions for Irvine and the next 24 hours — temperature, precipitation chance, and wind by the hour — are in the hourly forecast chart above.
How often is the Irvine forecast updated?
The Irvine forecast on this page is built from Open-Meteo weather-model data and refreshes regularly through the day.
When are sunrise and sunset in Irvine?
Today's sunrise and sunset times for Irvine are in the Almanac section above, along with civil dawn, civil dusk, and day length. Day length is longest near the summer solstice and shortest near the winter solstice.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Irvine?
The next few days in Irvine's forecast are the most reliable; accuracy declines beyond about a week as weather-model uncertainty grows.

Climate

The hot-summer Mediterranean climate of Irvine, California carries typical Januarys near 60°F and Julys around 76°F — 16°F of seasonal travel.

Across the year, Irvine collects about 14 inches of precipitation over roughly 23 days with measurable rain or snow.

Irvine sits at 33.7°N; that 16°F seasonal swing frames planting windows and frost dates across Irvine.

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ZIP codes in Irvine

  • 92617
  • 92614
  • 92612
  • 92618
  • 92697
  • 92620
  • 92602
  • 92603
  • 92604
  • 92606
  • 92616
  • 92619
  • 92650
  • 92698

Climate normals from the Open-Meteo Climate API. Köppen approximation from NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Regions. See methodology for data sources, editorial rules, and corrections. Maintainer: Brian Tighe.