Climate Overview
The climate in Carpinteria is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 367mm of precipitation falls per year. Gennaio is the wettest month, receiving around 94mm of rainfall. Carpinteria is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Agosto, Settembre, Luglio. The coldest months are Febbraio, Gennaio, Dicembre, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.
Temperature
Carpinteria sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 24°C. Agosto is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 21°C. Febbraio is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Carpinteria is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 367mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 94mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 93mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Carpinteria is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Carpinteria, which began on March 20, 2026. Carpinteria is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in Agosto at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Febbraio near 10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 11 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 16 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 10 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 223mm for the season, averaging 74mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Carpinteria is during Aprile, Maggio, Giugno, Luglio, Agosto, Settembre, Ottobre and Novembre, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 8mm per month. By contrast, Febbraio can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Carpinteria based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.