Climate Comfort Score
77/100
Good
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Santa Ana John Wayne, CA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Santa Ana John Wayne, California has an average annual temperature of 65°F and a climate comfort score of 77/100 (Good). Annual precipitation totals 11.2". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
65°F (18°C)
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
57°F
Annual Precip
11.2"
Comfort Score
77/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
65°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
11.2"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Santa Ana John Wayne) 77.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the Santa Ana John Wayne area.
Warming context for Santa Ana John Wayne
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Santa Ana John Wayne captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 50°F (10°C) | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6" | 0.0 | 0.1 |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6" | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5" | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 65°F (19°C) | 0.3" | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.5 |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 67°F (19°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0" | 0.0 | 2.0 |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 65°F (18°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1" | 0.0 | 3.6 |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 59°F (15°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5" | 0.0 | 2.9 |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8" | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 2.6"
5.6 days with precipitation
February 2.6"
7.4 days with precipitation
March 1.6"
5.7 days with precipitation
April 0.5"
3.7 days with precipitation
May 0.3"
1.9 days with precipitation
June 0.0"
0.7 days with precipitation
July 0.0"
0.7 days with precipitation
August 0.0"
0.1 days with precipitation
September 0.1"
0.6 days with precipitation
October 0.5"
3.3 days with precipitation
November 0.8"
4.7 days with precipitation
December 2.0"
6.9 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
1,092
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
1,075
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
August
Coldest Month
December
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Santa Ana John Wayne, CA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Santa Ana John Wayne, California as a location with an annual average temperature of 65°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 73°F to a mean daily low of 57°F. August is typically the warmest month of the year, while December is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00093184, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Santa Ana John Wayne receives roughly 11.2 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near N/A and the first fall freeze near N/A. For energy use, 1,092 heating degree days and 1,075 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Santa Ana John Wayne scores 77/100 (Good), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for August-driven heat, or deep winter for December-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Santa Ana John Wayne, CA? ▼
The average annual temperature in Santa Ana John Wayne, California is 65°F. The warmest month averages 80°F (27°C) and the coldest averages 48°F (9°C).
How much rain does Santa Ana John Wayne get? ▼
Santa Ana John Wayne receives 11.2 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Santa Ana John Wayne? ▼
Santa Ana John Wayne has a climate comfort score of 77/100 (Good). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Santa Ana John Wayne? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Santa Ana John Wayne.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Santa Ana John Wayne? ▼
Santa Ana John Wayne has 1,092 heating degree days and 1,075 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Santa Ana John Wayne climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00093184. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00093184. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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