Best time to visit Chico, CA
A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
The most comfortable travel window in Chico runs from March through May — 3 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 9h 29m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 10h 29m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 11h 44m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 13h 3m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 14h 12m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 14h 46m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 14h 33m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 13h 34m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 12h 15m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 10h 55m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 9h 46m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 9h 12m
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