Temperature
Cool by day, cold at night.
Carmel is usually most comfortable in September and October. Typical daytime highs range from 36–84°F across the year. Rain varies by season.

Cool by day, cold at night.
Several rainy days. About 9 wet days, fewer than in most months.
A mix of sunshine and cloud.
Humidity is rarely noticeable in the cool air.
In November, afternoons feel about 41° and nights feel near 30°.
Mostly cloudy skies this month.
Calm winds are typical in November.
November late afternoons are around 48°F, easing to about 44°F in early evening.
| Month | High°F | Low°F | Rainin | Wet days | Sunh | Humidity% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36 | 22 | 3.1 | 10 | 5.5 | 76 |
| Feb | 41 | 26 | 2.6 | 9 | 6.7 | 72 |
| Mar | 51 | 34 | 3.7 | 11 | 7.9 | 67 |
| Apr | 64 | 45 | 4.6 | 12 | 9.0 | 63 |
| May | 73 | 55 | 4.6 | 14 | 10.3 | 67 |
| Jun | 81 | 64 | 4.3 | 12 | 11.7 | 69 |
| Jul | 84 | 67 | 3.4 | 12 | 12.2 | 72 |
| Aug | 83 | 65 | 2.9 | 9 | 11.6 | 72 |
| Sep | 77 | 58 | 2.7 | 7 | 9.9 | 69 |
| Oct | 65 | 47 | 3.2 | 9 | 8.0 | 69 |
| Nov | 52 | 37 | 3.4 | 9 | 6.2 | 70 |
| Dec | 40 | 28 | 3.0 | 10 | 5.2 | 77 |
Similar climates
Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Carmel with New York City.
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Sunshine: source type is not yet identified at metric level.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Aug 27, 2026
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