Friday, January 22, 2010

- Climate

San Diego's climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild winters with most of the annual precipitation falling between November and March. The city has mild, mostly dry weather, with an average of 201 days above 70 °F and low annual rainfall. Summer temperatures are generally warm, with average highs of 70–78 °F and lows of 55–66 °F. Temperatures exceed 90 °F only four days a year. Most rainfall occurs from November to April. Winter temperatures are mild, with average high temperatures of 66–70 °F and lows of 50–56 °F.
The climate in the Mission Valley area, particularly during the "May gray/June gloom" period, a thick "marine layer" cloud cover will keep the air cool and damp within a few miles of the coast, but will continue through the valley. This happens every year in May and June. Since the valley opens up into the coastal area, the ocean serves as a moderating influence throughout the year.




The sun-path and vertical sun angle throughout an entire year is depicted below.


9449 Friars Road
San Diego, CA 92108


Coordinates: 32° 46’ 59”N, 117° 7’ 10”W




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