Encinitas, United States experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 4 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records.
Encinitas, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Encinitas, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.7/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 21°C / 14°C
Feels Like 21°C / 13°C
Rainy Days 4
Rainfall 32 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
26°C
August
Avg Low19°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High17°C
Rain6days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High25°C
Avg Low18°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
April (Gusts 33)
Sea Temperature
15°C – 22°C
Warmest water: August (
21.9°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:41
Daylight 14.3h
Sunset 20:01
Live conditions—
Encinitas on the map · live conditions
Encinitas, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Encinitas
- Population
- 62.9K
- Elevation
- 25 m
- Coordinates
- 33.04°, -117.29°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 5 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 17°C / 9°C . Feb: 17°C / 9°C . Mar: 17°C / 10°C . Apr: 19°C / 12°C . May: 20°C / 14°C . Jun: 22°C / 16°C . Jul: 25°C / 18°C . Aug: 26°C / 19°C . Sep: 25°C / 18°C . Oct: 23°C / 16°C . Nov: 21°C / 12°C . Dec: 18°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 76 mm. Feb: 72 mm. Mar: 75 mm. Apr: 22 mm. May: 15 mm. Jun: 2 mm. Jul: 1 mm. Aug: 5 mm. Sep: 8 mm. Oct: 12 mm. Nov: 39 mm. Dec: 57 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 77%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 78%. Apr: 75%. May: 76%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 76%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 75%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 17 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 15°C . Feb: 15°C . Mar: 15°C . Apr: 16°C . May: 18°C . Jun: 19°C . Jul: 21°C . Aug: 22°C . Sep: 22°C . Oct: 19°C . Nov: 17°C . Dec: 16°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 25°C | Aug · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 8°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Nov 2025 · 110 mm | Jan · 76 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 19 km/h | Apr · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Excellent May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 7°C | 6days (76 mm) Good | 8.5h Good | 77% Humid | 4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 7°C | 6days (72 mm) Good | 9.3h Good | 74% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 10°C | 17°C / 9°C | 9days (75 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 78% Humid | 6.2 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 19°C / 12°C | 19°C / 11°C | 4days (22 mm) Good | 11.6h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 20°C / 14°C | 20°C / 13°C | 3days (15 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 22°C / 16°C | 24°C / 16°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 13.2h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 25°C / 18°C | 27°C / 19°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 13.1h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 19°C | 28°C / 21°C | 0days (5 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 25°C / 18°C | 27°C / 20°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 23°C / 16°C | 24°C / 16°C | 2days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 21°C / 12°C | 20°C / 11°C | 4days (39 mm) Good | 9.1h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.4 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 18°C / 10°C | 16°C / 8°C | 6days (57 mm) Good | 8.1h Good | 75% Muggy | 3.6 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Encinitas are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Encinitas, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Encinitas is August, with average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Encinitas is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Encinitas is January, averaging 76mm of precipitation across 6 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Encinitas receives approximately 129 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Encinitas.
The least favorable months to visit Encinitas are January, February, March, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Encinitas is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Encinitas is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Sea temperatures in Summer average 18°C (64°F), which most swimmers will find too cold without a wetsuit.
Average wind speeds in Encinitas are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Encinitas averages 8 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 42%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Encinitas is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Encinitas has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Encinitas ranges from 13°C (55°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Encinitas. It earns a climate score of 9.3/10 with Excellent.
For June in Encinitas, pack Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 22°C (72°F) and 1 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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