Our verdict
The best time to visit Pismo Beach is September-November
In the height of summer, temperatures in Pismo Beach can reach a maximum of 31℃ (89℉). The weather at night in the winter, which is around December-time, can get down to a minimum of 6℃ (42℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Pismo Beach are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Pismo Beach in March. Head over there in August instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Learn more about when to travel to Pismo Beach, the monthly weather breakdown, FAQs and much more below. Once you’ve decided when you want to go, use our handy tools to find the best prices to suit your budget on flights, transport/transfers, places to stay, and loads more!
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Pismo Beach seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Pismo Beach as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Pismo Beach is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Pismo Beach
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Pismo Beach for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Pismo Beach climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Pismo Beach for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Pismo Beach in January
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Pismo Beach in February
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 67%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Pismo Beach in March
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 68%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Pismo Beach in April
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 66%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in April, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Pismo Beach in May
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 65%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Pismo Beach in June
- Average temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Pismo Beach in July
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Pismo Beach in August
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 30 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 0 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Pismo Beach in September
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Pismo Beach in October
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 58%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Pismo Beach in November
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 60%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Pismo Beach in December
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Pismo Beach in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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