Oh, sweet spring, is that you?

Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in San Jose this spring, from mid-March to mid-June.

While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what spring will bring.

Reminder: The first day of spring is Thursday, March 20.

NOAA's precipitation outlook for spring 2025. | Screenshot via NOAA

🌡️ Temperature

Our city is predicted to experience typical spring temps — we're thinking keep a light jacket handy.

🌨️ Precipitation

We've had average rainfall in SJ this winter, and our city is expected to see ordinary rainfall amounts for spring, too.

☀️ Drought

According to the US Drought Monitor, drought conditions are being kept at bay in Santa Clara County, although some northeastern parts of our county are currently classified as abnormally dry.

San Jose always looks lovely with its green hills and yellow blooms. | Photo via @sasurainosanfranciscan

March into this season

Typically in San Jose, March's temperatures fluctuate between an average low of ~44° and high of ~62°. Our region experiences the most rainfall of the year during this month with an average of 9.8 days of rain. Daylight saving time has begun, so you'll have nearly 12 hours of daylight in San Jose by mid-March.

April's outlook

This month's weather won't deviate much from last month, with average low and high temps between 45° and 66°. There will likely be less rainfall and more sunshine with an average daily maximum UV index of 5 — so stay protected with sunscreen on your Alum Rock hikes.

It's gonna be May

Temps continue to rise as our daily high temperature averages around 70.5° — which we think is perfect hiking weather. May marks the beginning of our opening-a-window-right-before-bed season (whenever it's not too windy).