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Golden Gate

San Francisco, United States
Best timeYear-round
Set inSan Francisco, United States
In season~64°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

45–75°F
CurrencyUSD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC-05:00
On the map
Map showing the location of Golden Gate
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun, Aug, Sep. Go in May, Jul, Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightSep · 65%
WarmestAug · 75°F
WettestDec
Best windowYear-round
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Golden Gate is a strait on the west coast of North America that connects San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. It is defined by the headlands of the San Francisco Peninsula and the Marin Peninsula, and, since 1937, has been spanned by the Golden Gate Bridge. The entire shoreline and adjacent waters throughout the strait are managed by the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

Best time to visit

Good year-round — there is no single window you have to hit.

Pairs well with

Alcatraz Island
3 mi away
Golden Gate Park
3 mi away
Painted Ladies
4 mi away
Lombard Street
4 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Golden Gate?

The best time to visit Golden Gate is Year-round, in San Francisco, United States.

Where is Golden Gate?

Golden Gate is in San Francisco, United States.

What is Golden Gate known for?

The Golden Gate is a strait on the west coast of North America that connects San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. It is defined by the headlands of the San Francisco Peninsula and the Marin Peninsula, and, since 1937, has been spanned by the Golden Gate Bridge. The entire shoreline and adjacent waters throughout the strait are managed by the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

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