Salinas weather
At 9:00 PM local time it was clear and 12°C (53°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM, 6 AM (8.0 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Oct. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Salinas, California, United States.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 12%
- Chance of rain
- 1%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM, 6 AM (8.0 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–OctOff season Dec–Mar
About Salinas weather
Is it raining in Salinas right now?
No. It’s clear and 12° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM, 6 AM (8.0 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Salinas this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 16–27° and lows of 7–12°. Rain is likely on 1 of 7 days (Sunday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Salinas lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Salinas?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Salinas weather by month
When is the best time to visit Salinas?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Salinas is Jun–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 14°C (57°F) in February to 20°C (68°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Salinas?
December is the wettest month, with about 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Salinas?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F). February is the coolest, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 9°C (47°F).
Does Salinas have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is December at about 106 mm (4.2 in).
How warm is the sea in Salinas?
The sea is warmest in September at about 17°C (62°F) and coolest in January at about 13°C (56°F). It stays cool all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months