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November
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High 17°C / low 10°C. Sunny most days.
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November, Low crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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December, Low crowds, average high temperature 13 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature 14 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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March, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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May, High crowds, average high temperature 19 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 10 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 12 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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July, High crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 22 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 14 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top neighborhoods in San Rafael

Downtown San Rafael

The Downtown San Rafael neighborhood offers attractions such as Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum.

Terra Linda

Discover the Mall at Northgate, Marin County's only enclosed mall, featuring a 15-screen theater complex and anchor tenants like Macy's. Nearby, admire the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin County Civic Center building.

Picnic Valley

San Rafael's Picnic Valley neighborhood offers attractions including San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Top landmarks in San Rafael

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Fourth Street buzzes with life as the heart of downtown, where locals debate which farm-to-table restaurant deserves their loyalty this week. Mission San Rafael Arcángel offers a peaceful glimpse into California's Spanish colonial past, while the futuristic curves of the Marin County Civic Center showcase Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural genius. China Camp State Park rewards hikers with Bay views that explain why residents tolerate the cost of living here. The weekly farmers' market transforms into an impromptu community gathering, with musicians performing between stalls of organic produce. Don't miss the annual Italian Street Painting Festival, when Fourth Street becomes a temporary gallery of chalk masterpieces that wash away with the first rain.

Mission San Rafael Arc?ngel was founded on December 14, 1817 as a medical asistencia  ("sub-mission") of the Mission San Francisco de As

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Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in San Rafael?
Can I book refundable accommodations in San Rafael?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to San Rafael, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in San Rafael if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 50 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 19 apartments.
What will the weather in San Rafael be like during my visit?
September and August are typically the warmest months in San Rafael when the average temp is 63°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 51°F. January and December are the months with the most rain.
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