Downtown Berkeley Weather

Town • San Francisco Bay Area

University town with dining and culture

63°
😊
Comfort Score
93(A-)
Excellent
Weather updated October 1, 2026 at 5:02 PM PDT

Downtown Berkeley weather at a glance

Downtown Berkeley is a town at 164 feet in San Francisco Bay Area. University town with dining and culture. Notable features include university, dining, shopping, and arts.

Current conditions are 63°F, feeling like 64°F, with 93% humidity, winds near 5 mph, 53% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and humid with some clouds.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 67°F and an average low of 50°F, with about 10.5 hours of sunshine per day and 2.0 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 24.0 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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  1. Best day
    Today
    Oct 1
    74°52°
    Comfort
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    Oct 2
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
63°F
Feels like 64°F
Humidity
93%
Dew point 61°F
Wind
5 mph
NW • Gusts 7 mph
Cloud Cover
53%
Low clouds · filtered sun
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Thermal92
Wind100
Sky Comfort78
Moisture96
Precipitation100

Weather Maps

About the weather maps for Downtown Berkeley

Each preview is centered on Downtown Berkeley, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.

These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Downtown Berkeley. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.

Nearby Temperature Comparison

Conditions at nearby San Francisco Bay Area destinations

Tip: Bay Area temps can vary 20-30°F within a short distance due to microclimates.

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
74°Fforecast
2° above normal
Normal: 72°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
13.5"
8% below average
30-yr avg: 14.7"
Sunny Days
7last 28 days
20 fewer than baseline
Typical: 27
Foggy Days
24last 28 days
vs 9 typical
Foggier than usual
Avg Wind Speed
6.3 mphlast 28 days
1.5 mph calmer than baseline
Typical: 7.8 mph
Comfort Score
7528-day avg
7 pts below typical
Recent baseline: 82
What the Downtown Berkeley climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Downtown Berkeley with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Downtown Berkeley departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: NOAA URMA for recent temperature history, NOAA Stage IV for recent precipitation, NOAA HRRR for fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals, and NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals for long-term baselines.

Climate Overview

Based on NOAA 30-year temperature/rain normals (1991-2020) with recent fog/sun baseline

80
Avg Comfort
67.3°
Avg High
50°
Avg Low
55%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine10.5h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog2h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain24"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr70 (19%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr112
✨ Perfect Days (80+)368

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. June81
73.5° / 54° · ☀️ 13.5h
8 foggy days · 1 rainy days
2. July79
74.3° / 55.5° · ☀️ 13.4h
13 foggy days · 0 rainy days
3. August77
75° / 56.1° · ☀️ 12.7h
14 foggy days · 0 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December33
57.1° / 43.3° · ☀️ 6.9h
💧 6.2" · 12 rainy days · 10 foggy days
2. January33
57° / 43° · ☀️ 7.2h
💧 3.1" · 11 rainy days · 11 foggy days
3. February43
60.5° / 45.2° · ☀️ 8.4h
💧 5.6" · 11 rainy days · 9 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
October 20248861.6° / 49.9°9h0d0.17"2
November 20248062.3° / 49.5°6.2h2d4.06"19
December 20247159.4° / 48.8°4.9h7d5.98"13
January 20258359.9° / 46.2°6.9h4d0.22"22
February 20257360.2° / 46.5°6.3h4d7.12"12
March 20257961° / 47°7.4h3d2"16
April 20258262.6° / 49.2°8.3h14d0.31"18
May 20258967.7° / 51.9°10.7h9d0.22"26
June 20257965.5° / 52.3°7.6h21d0"13
July 20257465° / 54.8°5.4h29d0"6
August 20258271.1° / 57.2°7.7h19d0"16
September 20258372.4° / 59.9°7.4h10d0.12"17
October 20258569.5° / 56°7.2h6d1.47"22
November 20257963.8° / 52.1°6.3h6d3.26"17
December 20256957.2° / 46.7°4.8h9d4.82"9
January 20268061.7° / 48.8°6.5h3d3.96"21
February 20267763.5° / 49.8°6.1h7d4.76"15
March 20269374.3° / 55°9.5h3d0.05"28
April 20268265.1° / 51.3°8.3h5d4.25"17
May 20268466.5° / 53°9h14d0.52"19
June 20268267.8° / 54.6°7.8h15d0"16
July 20268269.5° / 56.4°8.2h14d0"17
August 20267768.6° / 56.6°5.9h25d0"7
Last updated: 9/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

77°F69°F60°F52°F43°FOct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26
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About the Downtown Berkeley climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Downtown Berkeley, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Downtown Berkeley. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2014-09-30 to 2026-04-30

How to read the temperature heatmap for Downtown Berkeley

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Downtown Berkeley changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the fog heatmap for Downtown Berkeley

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Downtown Berkeley. Darker cells mark month-and-hour combinations with a stronger historical fog signal, which helps separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the wind heatmap for Downtown Berkeley

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Downtown Berkeley through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Downtown Berkeley

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Downtown Berkeley for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the solar radiation heatmap for Downtown Berkeley

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Downtown Berkeley by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

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Location Details

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Coordinates
37.8703, -122.2680
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Elevation
164 ft
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Type
Town
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Tags
#university#dining#shopping#arts
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Downtown Berkeley

What is the weather at Downtown Berkeley right now?

Current conditions at Downtown Berkeley are 63°F, feeling like 64°F, with 93% humidity, winds near 5 mph, 53% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and humid with some clouds

What temperatures are typical at Downtown Berkeley?

The location-specific record for 1991-01-01 through 2020-12-31 shows an average daily high of 67°F and an average low of 50°F at Downtown Berkeley. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Downtown Berkeley get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 24.0 inches of precipitation and 70 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Downtown Berkeley. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Downtown Berkeley foggy?

Downtown Berkeley averages about 2.0 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 112 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.

What are the best months to visit Downtown Berkeley for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are March 2026 (74°F/55°F average high/low and a 93 comfort score), May 2025 (68°F/52°F average high/low and a 89 comfort score), and October 2024 (62°F/50°F average high/low and a 88 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Downtown Berkeley?

Downtown Berkeley is a town at 164 feet. University town with dining and culture. Notable features include university, dining, shopping, and arts.

💡 Local Tip: San Francisco Bay Area weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Downtown Berkeley.