Weather in Santa Clarita, California
Fog and sun in daily rhythm. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—77°56°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—78°51°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—82°50°
- TuesdayMay 19Mostly Clear—88°60°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast—88°66°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast—84°62°
- FridayMay 22Clear—86°63°
- PM 2.5
- 14.3 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 31.8 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 3.1 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 133.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 1.9 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 1:06 PM
- Moonset
- 3:20 AM
- In sign
- ♉︎ Taurus
Fog and sun in daily rhythm
Santa Clarita at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 3°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 14 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, 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.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
August brings Santa Clarita's peak warmth (~80°F mean) while December delivers the coldest temperatures (~53°F). February sees maximum rainfall (4.4 inches) and August remains completely dry (0.0 inches).
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55° | 4.2″ | 3 |
| February | 55° | 4.4″ | 5 |
| March | 59° | 2.9″ | 3 |
| April | 61° | 0.8″ | 2 |
| May | 67° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| June | 72° | 0.0″ | 0 |
| July | 79° | 0.0″ | 0 |
| August | 80° | 0.0″ | 0 |
| September | 77° | 0.1″ | 0 |
| October | 69° | 0.5″ | 1 |
| November | 60° | 0.8″ | 2 |
| December | 53° | 2.6″ | 3 |
Regional context
A hot-summer Mediterranean climate characterizes Santa Clarita and surrounding cities. This climate type creates shared temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions across the region.
Similar climates: Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Riverside, CA, Sacramento, CA.
Naturalist notes
California poppies begin their spring bloom in late March as soil temperatures warm.
Red-winged blackbirds establish territories in nearby wetlands during April migration periods.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Santa Clarita?
- Mid-March typically marks Santa Clarita's last spring frost, while the first fall frost occurs around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Santa Clarita?
- February delivers the heaviest rainfall with about 4.4 inches on average; annual precipitation reaches roughly 17 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Santa Clarita?
- August records the highest temperatures, averaging about 80°F.
- What is the coldest month in Santa Clarita?
- December brings the lowest temperatures, averaging about 53°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Santa Clarita?
- Plant cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) around the last spring frost (mid-March); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Santa Clarita get?
- Santa Clarita experiences about 19 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Santa Clarita?
- Check the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for Santa Clarita's current hardiness zone designation, which depends on lowest average winter temperatures.
Climate
Santa Clarita, California experiences a hot-summer Mediterranean climate zone. January temperatures hover near 55°F while July averages 79°F — a 24°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 17 inches across roughly 19 rainy days in Santa Clarita.
Several factors determine the local weather patterns: latitude (34.4°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements influence plant growth, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.