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The Best Time to Visit California (By a Local)

Updated April 6, 2024
McKenna Mobley
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👉 Jump to: Best Time to Visit California | Travel Seasons | Weather & Climate | Tips | FAQ The best time to visit California is between June and September when the weather is perfect for the beach and summer music festivals are in full swing. California has good weather year-round, however, so deciding when to visit just depends on what you would like to see and do. Where you visit in California is as important as when you visit due to the different geographic climates and characteristics of each region. Luckily, no matter the time of year, there's a California destination that's got plenty to offer for your trip. I was born and raised in California and have visited almost every county i...

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McKenna Mobley is an avid adventurer, traveler, mountaineer, and writer from Southern California. Her goal is to climb some of the world's highest mountains and visit as many countries as she can. She loves Latin America and has been to almost every Latin country. She also has a thirst for solo adventuring and has hiked 400 consecutive miles by herself through the Arizona desert. She is the author of Budget Travel 101, Your Practical Handbook for Exploring the World on the Cheap.