Davis Weather

TownSan Francisco Bay Area

University town, very hot summers

86°
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Comfort Score
95(A)
Perfect
Weather updated September 12, 2026 at 4:01 PM PDT

Davis weather at a glance

Davis is a town at 52 feet in San Francisco Bay Area. University town, very hot summers. Notable features include sunny, hot, university, and cycling.

Current conditions are 86°F, feeling like 78°F, with 21% humidity, winds near 15 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Hot and breezy with clear skies.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 76°F and an average low of 49°F, with about 0.0 hours of sunshine per day and 0.0 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 15.1 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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    Sep 12
    89°59°
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    Sep 14
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
86°F
Feels like 78°F
Humidity
21%
Dew point 42°F
Wind
15 mph
NW • Gusts 23 mph
Cloud Cover
0%
bright
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Thermal96
Wind78
Sky Comfort97
Moisture100
Precipitation100

Weather Maps

About the weather maps for Davis

Each preview is centered on Davis, 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 Davis. 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
89°Fforecast
1° below normal
Normal: 90°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
13.9"
8% above average
30-yr avg: 12.9"
Sunny Days
22last 28 days
4 fewer than baseline
Recent baseline: 26
Foggy Days
6last 28 days
vs 3 recent baseline
Foggier than usual
Avg Wind Speed
6.5 mphlast 28 days
1.3 mph calmer than baseline
Recent baseline: 7.8 mph
Comfort Score
8728-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 89
What the Davis climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Davis 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 Davis 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

81
Avg Comfort
75.9°
Avg High
49.4°
Avg Low
67%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine (recent)9.4h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog (recent)1.3h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain15.1"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr78 (21%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr (recent)71
✨ Perfect Days (80+)417

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. May77
81.5° / 52.8° · ☀️ 12.5h
3 foggy days · 6 rainy days
2. June76
89.2° / 57.7° · ☀️ 13.8h
0 foggy days · 5 rainy days
3. April75
73.4° / 47.8° · ☀️ 10.7h
3 foggy days · 6 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December31
56.8° / 38.8° · ☀️ 5.4h
💧 3.1" · 9 rainy days · 18 foggy days
2. January33
56.4° / 39.2° · ☀️ 7.4h
💧 3.1" · 10 rainy days · 12 foggy days
3. February44
61.8° / 42.1° · ☀️ 6.8h
💧 2.8" · 9 rainy days · 9 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
August 20248392.1° / 59.7°11.6h0d0.07"8
September 20248393.1° / 58.2°11.1h1d0"22
October 20248585.3° / 57.2°9.9h0d0.23"23
November 20248063.3° / 43.8°7.1h5d5.02"21
December 20247158.2° / 42.2°5.6h13d5.36"11
January 20258159.1° / 38.2°7.8h8d0.99"24
February 20257660° / 42.9°6.7h6d6.27"15
March 20258162.2° / 42.9°8.7h6d2.96"22
April 20259274.9° / 48.5°11h3d0.62"26
May 20258787.1° / 55.4°13h0d0.17"27
June 20258493.1° / 56.7°13.8h0d0"25
July 20258493.2° / 57.8°13.5h0d0.06"25
August 20257897.9° / 60.8°12.5h0d0"16
September 20258590.6° / 61.1°10.7h1d0.2"23
October 20258875° / 53.3°8.5h5d3.12"25
November 20257964.7° / 47.4°6.6h13d3.34"16
December 20256354.5° / 41.2°5.2h23d4.81"3
January 20267358.1° / 40.5°7h16d3.02"10
February 20267662.5° / 43.9°6.9h12d4.7"15
March 20269376.6° / 51.2°10.8h3d0.69"29
April 20268571.2° / 48.8°10.5h3d4.16"23
May 20268678.7° / 52.7°11h4d1.32"8
Last updated: 5/10/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

100°F83°F66°F49°F33°FOct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26
Average High
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About the Davis climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Davis, 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 Davis. 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 Davis

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Davis 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 Davis

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Davis. 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 Davis

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Davis 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 Davis

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Davis 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 Davis

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Davis 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
38.5449, -121.7405
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Elevation
52 ft
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Type
Town
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Tags
#sunny#hot#university#cycling
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Davis

What is the weather at Davis right now?

Current conditions at Davis are 86°F, feeling like 78°F, with 21% humidity, winds near 15 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Hot and breezy with clear skies

What temperatures are typical at Davis?

The location-specific record for 1991-01-01 through 2020-12-31 shows an average daily high of 76°F and an average low of 49°F at Davis. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Davis get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 15.1 inches of precipitation and 78 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Davis. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Davis foggy?

Davis averages about 0.0 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 0 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 Davis for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are March 2026 (77°F/51°F average high/low and a 93 comfort score), April 2025 (75°F/49°F average high/low and a 92 comfort score), and October 2025 (75°F/53°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 Davis?

Davis is a town at 52 feet. University town, very hot summers. Notable features include sunny, hot, university, and cycling.

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