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Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve Weather

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Mount Burdell is the 1,558-foot summit that walls off the north side of Novato. Marin County Parks protects about 1,627 acres of its grassland, oak savanna, and woodland as an open space preserve. Fire roads climb from Novato neighborhood trailheads past huge valley oaks to an old stone wall along the summit ridge. On the way they pass Hidden Lake, a vernal pool that fills in winter and dries by summer. The east slope continues into Olompali State Historic Park, but the county preserve covers the higher, open ground and the long views over the North Bay ridges.

50°
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Comfort Score
71(B-)
Very Good
Typical for November · typical high 60°
Weather updated November 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM PST

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10-Day Forecast

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  1. Today
    Nov 15
    56°45°
    Comfort
    44
    82%
    Rain 0.47 in
  2. Mon
    Nov 16
    52°42°
    Comfort
    56
    51%
    Rain 0.39 in
  3. Tue
    Nov 17
    56°38°
    Comfort
    43
    94%
    Rain 0.02 in
  4. Wed
    Nov 18
    50°45°
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    32
    98%
    Rain 2.1 in
  5. Thu
    Nov 19
    52°46°
    Comfort
    39
    91%
    Rain 0.67 in
  6. Best day
    Fri
    Nov 20
    55°44°
    Comfort
    70
    13%
    Rain 0.05 in
  7. Sat
    Nov 21
    54°44°
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    63
    31%
    Rain 0 in
  8. Sun
    Nov 22
    53°46°
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    62
    35%
    Rain 0.29 in
  9. Mon
    Nov 23
    55°45°
    Comfort
    61
    42%
    Rain 0.04 in
  10. Tue
    Nov 24
    57°54°
    Comfort
    57
    61%
    Rain 1.5 in
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
50°F
Feels like 47°F
Humidity
90%
Dew point 47°F
Wind
5 mph
NW • Gusts 9 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Mid-level clouds
Precip Chance
2%

Comfort Breakdown

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Thermal58
Wind100
Moisture100
Precipitation100

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve weather today and through the year

It's 50°F at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve right now (feels like 47°F), with 5 mph wind and a comfort score of 71. Today's forecast high at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve is 56°F, 7°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. No fog in the forecast for today at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve. In November, 30% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 49°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 50).

August is the warmest month at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F. December is the wettest month (6.7 in.), out of about 32.3 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve are September, August, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July.

Mount Burdell is mostly open grassland with scattered oaks, and that sets the hiking weather more than anything. There is little shade on the fire roads, the south-facing slopes take full sun all afternoon, and in summer the climb from Novato is hot work. Summer fog and low cloud still reach the summit on many mornings, more often than they cover Novato below, but they usually clear by midday.

Forecast updated November 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM PST. Climate figures come from NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Hourly patterns come from NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026.

What to expect at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve in the next few days

No active National Weather Service alerts for this location.

Fog

No fog in the forecast for today at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve. In November, 30% of morning hours here are foggy on average.

Best time to go

The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 49°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 50).

Hiking conditions

Best hiking day this week: Friday, with 8 daylight hours that are dry, 45 to 80°F, and under 18 mph wind. 3 of the next 7 days have at least 4 such hours.

Best day this week

Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, with a 55°F high and midday comfort near 66. Today looks weakest (40).

Rain

Next good chance of rain: today (82%, about 0.47 in.).

Live weather map

Weather around Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve right now

Overcast and 50° at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve right now.

Live weather map
About the live weather map for Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

The map centers on Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve and stacks fog, satellite clouds, and precipitation radar on one view. Clouds come from the GOES-West satellite and rain from NOAA radar, and both show current conditions. Fog comes from our HRRR-based fog model, and the slider steps through its forecast for the next 12 hours.

Dots mark nearby places with their current temperature, colored by comfort score. Use the layer buttons to turn any layer off, or open the full map for every destination in the region.

Nearby Temperature Comparison

Conditions at nearby San Francisco Bay Area destinations

Tip: Bay Area temperatures can change by 20 to 30°F over a short distance because of microclimates.

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve vs nearby places

Typical summer conditions compared with Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, from the same NOAA HRRR hourly record. The list shows the closest places, then nearby places whose climate differs the most.

Summer climate at places near Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve
PlaceDistanceSummer afternoonsMorning fogAfternoon windCompared with Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve
Olompali State Historic Park1.3 misame35%9 mphsame 3 km weather-model cell, so our hourly data cannot tell them apart
Novato2.9 mi+3°F17%9 mphless summer morning fog (17% vs 35% of morning hours) and 1,512 ft lower
Petaluma6.4 mi+1°F33%10 mph1,519 ft lower
Limantour Beach17.7 mi-22°F44%10 mphabout 22°F cooler on summer afternoons and 1,532 ft lower
Dillon Beach21.5 mi-24°F43%12 mphabout 24°F cooler on summer afternoons and 1,532 ft lower
Rodeo Beach21.9 mi-22°F48%13 mphabout 22°F cooler on summer afternoons and more summer morning fog (48% vs 35% of morning hours)

Places with a climate like Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve's

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
56°Fforecast
7° below normal
Normal: 63°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
18.3"
23% below average
30-yr avg: 23.9"
Sunny Days
24last 28 days
2 more than baseline
Recent baseline: 22
Foggy Days
2last 28 days
vs 9 recent baseline
Clearer than usual
Avg Wind Speed
5.7 mphlast 28 days
1.3 mph calmer than baseline
Recent baseline: 7.0 mph
Comfort Score
9028-day avg
5 pts above typical
Recent baseline: 85
What the Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve 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 Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve 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.

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve weather by month

August is the warmest month at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F. December is the wettest month (6.7 in.), out of about 32.3 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in December, when fog or low cloud covers 43% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. July has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 11% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.

By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve are September, August, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July.

Typical monthly weather at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve. Highs, lows, and precipitation: NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Fog, cloud, and wind: NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026. Comfort is the average daytime score from the Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve hourly climatology.
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainRainy daysMorning fogMidday cloudAfternoon windDaylightComfort
Jan56°F40°F6.3 in1140%37%7 mph9.8 h31
Feb60°F42°F6.2 in1022%27%9 mph10.7 h39
Mar63°F43°F4.4 in923%31%10 mph11.9 h60
Apr65°F44°F2.1 in620%26%10 mph13.2 h69
May69°F47°F1.1 in425%22%11 mph14.3 h75
Jun75°F50°F0.3 in224%11%11 mph14.8 h84
Jul78°F52°F0.0 in042%11%9 mph14.5 h85
Aug79°F53°F0.0 in138%12%9 mph13.6 h86
Sep79°F52°F0.1 in130%14%9 mph12.3 h89
Oct74°F49°F1.6 in524%18%8 mph11.1 h82
Nov63°F44°F3.5 in830%23%7 mph10.0 h62
Dec56°F40°F6.7 in1143%41%7 mph9.5 h27

Morning fog is the share of hours from 6 to 10 AM with fog or low cloud. Midday cloud is the average from 11 AM to 3 PM, and afternoon wind is the average from 1 to 5 PM. The highlighted rows are the most comfortable months.

What makes Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve's weather different

When the fog burns off

47%of 8 AM hours foggy in December

Fog or low cloud covers Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve in 47% of 8 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 19% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. April mornings are the least foggy (20%).

When the wind picks up

3 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, March–October

From March through October, wind at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve typically builds after 3 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 13 mph with 26% of those hours windy, while mornings average 7 mph.

Elevation

+3°Fsummer afternoons at Novato, 1,512 ft down

Novato sits 1,512 ft lower, 2.9 miles away. Its summer highs average 3°F warmer and its winter lows 1°F milder than Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve.

Model resolution

2 placesshare one 3 km NOAA HRRR grid cell

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve shares one 3 km grid cell in NOAA's HRRR model with Olompali State Historic Park. The places in that cell range from 78 to 1,532 ft. The hourly fog, wind, cloud, and temperature patterns on this site are the same for both. Real differences between them come from hills, elevation, and wind exposure that the model cannot resolve.

Daylight

9.5–14.8 hof daylight, Dec to Jun

Days at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve range from about 9.5 hours in December to 14.8 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:34 PM, and in mid-December around 4:55 PM.

Seasons at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

  • Warm seasonJun 28 – Oct 1 · highs 76°F+

    The warm season lasts about 3.2 months, from Jun 28 to Oct 1, when the average high is 76°F or warmer. Highs peak around Aug 8 at about 79°F.

  • Cool seasonNov 29 – Feb 28 · highs 61°F or lower

    The cool season runs from Nov 29 to Feb 28, when the average high is 61°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Dec 8, with an average low near 40°F.

  • Rainy seasonOct 27 – Apr 15 · 88% of the year's rain

    The rainy season runs from Oct 27 to Apr 15, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 88% of the year's rain.

The dark line marks today. Season dates come from the smoothed daily NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Counting from Oct. 1, a typical year has its first inch of rain by Oct 19 and half of its annual total by Jan 22.

Days per year and extremes (Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026)

This record runs from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026. Over this record, Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve averaged 10 days a year at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 21 days a year with at least half an inch of rain and 4 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 142 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.

In the same record, the hottest day was Jun 11, 2026 (96°F) and the coldest night was Feb 11, 2025 (33°F). The wettest day was Nov 21, 2024 (3.43 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 46 mph on Mar 12, 2025.

  • 10days at 90°F or hotter
  • 0nights at or below freezing
  • 21days with ½ in. of rain or more
  • 4afternoons with 20+ mph wind
  • 142mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
  • Hottest day96°FJun 11, 2026
  • Coldest night33°FFeb 11, 2025
  • Wettest day3.43 inNov 21, 2024
  • Strongest 2 PM gust46 mphMar 12, 2025

What shapes Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve's weather

The summit of Mount Burdell stands well above the Novato valley and the Petaluma River marshes to the north and east. It catches wind the valley floor doesn't. On summer afternoons the breeze off San Pablo Bay and down the Petaluma River can make the top noticeably more comfortable than the trailheads.

Winter rain turns the fire roads sticky, fills Hidden Lake, and greens the hills by midwinter. By late spring the grass dries to gold. From then until the first rains the preserve faces grassfire risk, which peaks when fall offshore winds blow dry air from inland toward the coast.

Tips for visiting Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

  • Start early on summer days

    The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council notes that the routes up Mount Burdell are steep and rocky with little shade, and that summers are hot. Start in the cool of the morning and carry plenty of water.

  • Pick a trailhead by how you travel

    Hikers and riders on horseback start at Novato Blvd. and use the Dwarf Oaks Trail (4.2 miles one way to the top). Mountain bikers start at San Andreas Drive (2.9 miles).

  • Come in April for wildflowers

    The south-facing slope on the loop past Hidden Lake has one of Marin's best wildflower displays, and April also brings migrant birds and nesting season.

  • Look for birds in the big oaks

    The valley oaks near the Deer Camp and Middle Burdell fire roads draw orioles, bluebirds, and lazuli buntings, birds less often seen in Marin's cooler coastal parks.

  • Mind Olompali's gate if you cross over

    The summit can also be reached from Olompali State Historic Park, about 9 miles round trip, but Olompali's gate closes promptly at 5 p.m.

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve through the seasons

Spring (March–May)
Spring is the peak season, with green hills, wildflowers in April, and the most bird song in April and May.
Summer (June–August)
Summer afternoons are hot and dry on the open grassland, though many mornings start gray. Go early and carry plenty of water.
Fall (September–November)
Fall brings dry gold grass and some of the clearest views of the year, but also the highest fire danger when offshore winds blow.
Winter (December–February)
Rain refills Hidden Lake and greens the hills. Fire roads get slick after storms, and crisp clear days after a front bring the longest views.

Activities and the weather that matters

  • Summit hike: Cool spring mornings and clear winter days are best. Avoid midday in summer, when there is little shade.
  • Mountain biking: Riders climb the wide fire roads from the San Andreas Drive trailhead. Wait a few dry days after heavy rain before riding.
  • Birding and wildflower walks: April and May mornings, before wind and heat build, are the prime time.

Official sources and current conditions

Numbers on this page come from NOAA data. The text draws on the official sources linked above.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: Recent temperatures come from NOAA URMA and recent precipitation from NOAA Stage IV. Fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine come from NOAA HRRR, and long-term baselines from NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals.

Climate Overview

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

84
Avg Comfort
68.1°
Avg High
46.3°
Avg Low
75%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine (recent)9h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog (recent)2.1h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain32.3"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr68 (19%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr (recent)110
✨ Perfect Days (80+)544

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. May76
69.4° / 47.1° · ☀️ 12h
6 foggy days · 4 rainy days
2. July76
77.7° / 52.2° · ☀️ 11.9h
12 foggy days · 0 rainy days
3. August74
78.9° / 52.9° · ☀️ 11.3h
9 foggy days · 1 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December27
56.2° / 39.9° · ☀️ 4.8h
💧 6.7" · 11 rainy days · 18 foggy days
2. January31
56.3° / 40° · ☀️ 6.7h
💧 6.3" · 11 rainy days · 10 foggy days
3. February37
59.5° / 41.6° · ☀️ 6.2h
💧 6.2" · 10 rainy days · 9 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
November 20247557.5° / 45.5°6.2h8d9.95"16
December 20246454.7° / 45.9°4.8h15d8.27"9
January 20257855.7° / 42.5°6.9h7d0.38"17
February 20257155.7° / 43.4°6.3h9d10.88"12
March 20257655.5° / 43.4°7.9h9d3.34"15
April 20258860.7° / 46°10h7d0.43"25
May 20259367.5° / 50.9°12.3h3d0.13"30
June 20259469.9° / 52°12.5h9d0"30
July 20259071.8° / 53.3°12.1h14d0"30
August 20259478.7° / 57.1°11.5h7d0"31
September 20259175.3° / 58°9.6h9d0.06"29
October 20258667.2° / 52.6°7.9h10d1.21"23
November 20257359.1° / 49.1°6.2h17d5.02"12
December 20255951.7° / 43.5°4.8h21d6.44"3
January 20267356.1° / 45.6°6.5h12d6.32"19
February 20267157.7° / 47.3°6.1h8d5.87"12
March 20269470.4° / 53.5°9.6h1d0.05"29
April 20268461.1° / 48°9.3h5d4.51"24
May 20268966.2° / 51.1°11.7h9d1.07"28
June 20269372.3° / 54.1°12.3h11d0.01"30
July 20269475.4° / 56.2°11.8h10d0"30
August 20269277.9° / 55.8°11.1h10d0.02"31
September 20269274.8° / 56.1°9.8h6d0.28"29
October 20269073.3° / 53.7°8.5h2d0.15"30
Last updated: 11/9/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

82°F71°F61°F50°F39°FNov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26Sep '26Oct '26
Average High
Average Low
About the Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, 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 Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve. 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

  • Temperature: At Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, the warmest typical hour is 3 PM in August (81°F). The coldest is 7 AM in December (44°F).
  • Fog: Fog or low cloud covers Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve in 47% of 8 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 19% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. April mornings are the least foggy (20%).
  • Wind: From March through October, wind at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve typically builds after 3 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 13 mph with 26% of those hours windy, while mornings average 7 mph.
  • Cloud Cover: July middays are the clearest at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve (11% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (41%).
  • Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve comes at 1 PM in June, averaging 976 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day. Warmer colors mark the usual afternoon peaks, and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve. Darker cells mark the months and hours when fog has been most common. They help separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

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

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve 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.

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve 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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How recent months compared at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

  • October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve averaged a high of 73°F, 6°F warmer than October 2025 (67°F).
  • Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 30.8 in. of rain to Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, 95% of the 32.3 in. normal.

Location Details

📍
Coordinates
38.1460, -122.5920
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Elevation
1,532 ft
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Type
Park
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Tags
#sunny#warm#hiking#views

Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve weather questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

What is the weather like at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve today?

It's 50°F at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve right now, with a comfort score of 71 (very good). Today's forecast high at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve is 56°F, 7°F below the mid November normal of 63°F. The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 49°F with a 6 mph wind (comfort 50).

What is the best month to visit Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve?

By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve are September, August, and July. The best hours are usually 11 AM to 2 PM in September, 10 AM to 1 PM in August, and 10 AM to 1 PM in July. The warm season lasts about 3.2 months, from Jun 28 to Oct 1, when the average high is 76°F or warmer. Highs peak around Aug 8 at about 79°F.

What are the warmest and coldest months at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve?

August is the warmest month at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, with an average high of 79°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 40°F.

When does the fog burn off at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve?

Fog or low cloud covers Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve in 47% of 8 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 19% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. April mornings are the least foggy (20%).

When is it windiest at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve?

From March through October, wind at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve typically builds after 3 PM. In May it peaks around 5 PM, averaging 13 mph with 26% of those hours windy, while mornings average 7 mph.

How much rain does Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve get?

December is the wettest month (6.7 in.), out of about 32.3 in. a year. The rainy season runs from Oct 27 to Apr 15, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 88% of the year's rain. The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 30.8 in. of rain to Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve, 95% of the 32.3 in. normal.

How does Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve weather compare with Novato?

Novato sits 1,512 ft lower, 2.9 miles away. Its summer highs average 3°F warmer and its winter lows 1°F milder than Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve.

What kind of place is Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve?

Mount Burdell is the 1,558-foot summit that walls off the north side of Novato. Marin County Parks protects about 1,627 acres of its grassland, oak savanna, and woodland as an open space preserve. Fire roads climb from Novato neighborhood trailheads past huge valley oaks to an old stone wall along the summit ridge. On the way they pass Hidden Lake, a vernal pool that fills in winter and dries by summer. The east slope continues into Olompali State Historic Park, but the county preserve covers the higher, open ground and the long views over the North Bay ridges.

What is Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve weather like in November?

November at Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve averages a high of 63°F and a low of 44°F, with 3.5 in. of rain over about 8 rainy days. About 30% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 7 mph.

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

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