Here’s what spring is growing 🌷

Spring 2025 weather outlook for San Jose

A picture of jacaranda flowers framing Yoshihiro Uchida Hall on San Jose State University's campus.

We can’t wait for the flowers to bloom in the great 408. | Photo via @jausel

Oh, sweet spring, is that you?

Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in San Jose this spring, from mid-March to mid-June.

While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what spring will bring.

Reminder: The first day of spring is Thursday, March 20.

A map of the US showing precipitation outlooks for spring 2025. Light green and dark green marks represent above normal precipitation while tan and brown marks represent below normal precipitation. — NOAA’s precipitation outlook for spring 2025.

🌡️ Temperature

Our city is predicted to experience typical spring temps — we’re thinking keep a light jacket handy.

🌨️ Precipitation

We’ve had average rainfall in SJ this winter, and our city is expected to see ordinary rainfall amounts for spring, too.

☀️ Drought

According to the US Drought Monitor, drought conditions are being kept at bay in Santa Clara County, although some northeastern parts of our county are currently classified as abnormally dry.

A trail that is lined with yellow flowers. — San Jose always looks lovely with its green hills and yellow blooms. | Photo via @sasurainosanfranciscan

March into this season

Typically in San Jose, March’s temperatures fluctuate between an average low of ~44° and high of ~62°. Our region experiences the most rainfall of the year during this month with an average of 9.8 days of rain. Daylight saving time has begun, so you’ll have nearly 12 hours of daylight in San Jose by mid-March.

April’s outlook

This month’s weather won’t deviate much from last month, with average low and high temps between 45° and 66°. There will likely be less rainfall and more sunshine with an average daily maximum UV index of 5 — so stay protected with sunscreen on your Alum Rock hikes.

It’s gonna be May

Temps continue to rise as our daily high temperature averages around 70.5° — which we think is perfect hiking weather. May marks the beginning of our opening-a-window-right-before-bed season (whenever it’s not too windy).

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Friday, Feb. 24

More Más Marami Fest | Friday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Convergence Arts Center, 1345 The Alameda, San Jose | $5+ | Enjoy new theatrical scripts, dance performances, poetry readings, and more by local, emerging artists from BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Atomic: New Wave, Synthpop, Alternative Dance Night | Friday, Feb. 24 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $10 | Welcome back one of San Jose’s longest running weekly dance parties that ran from 2003-2015 at the legendary Blank Club.
Friday Night Party | Friday, Feb. 24 | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | Branham Lounge, 1116 Branham Lane, San Jose | Free | Dance the night away and enjoy great drinks + no cover fee.

Saturday, Feb. 25

Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Series | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Q Corner Office, 1075 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose | Free | This 4-part series brings monsters and magic for all experience levels.
Pop-Up SJ Vintage Market | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Garden at the Flea, 1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose | Free | Thrift apparel, shoes, dresses, sports gear, and collectibles from a wide range of vintage sellers and creative artists.
Silicon Valley Black Family Day 2023 | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | San Jose | Free | Enjoy a family-friendly day of interactive games and activities, live performances, food, vendors, community resource tables, raffle prizes, and more.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | San Jose Playhouse, 288 S. Second St., San Jose | $15 | Welcome the long-running shadow cast, Barely Legal, to take you into the world of the cult classic through this interactive show.
Creative Corner | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 1-5 p.m. | Empire Seven Studios, 525 N. Seventh St., San Jose | Free | Browse a gallery, step up to the open mic, and shop local vendors at this monthly series.

Sunday, Feb. 26

Oakridge Farmers Market | Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Westfield Oakridge, 5420 Thornwood Dr., San Jose | Free | Get fresh produce, live entertainment, and more at this year-round market.
Sunday Night Live | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 8-10 p.m. | Branham Lounge, 1116 Branham Lane, San Jose | Free | Catch comedians Aivy Cordova, BMo, and Jordan Cerminara at this free show.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

51º | Scattered showers | 70% chance of rain
Be advised — the Bay Area’s National Weather Service issued its first Winter Storm Warning since 2011. Snow may remain elusive in city centers but outlying areas and higher elevations should remain vigilant for ice until the cold front passes. ❄️ (KTVU)

Development

The Santa Clara Valley Medical Center’s new mental health center is on the way to its anticipated opening in fall of 2025, as the County of Santa Clara broke ground earlier this week. When completed, it will house 77 inpatient beds, emergency psychiatric services, and mental health urgent care. 🏥
San Jose-based developer Urban Catalyst began demolition for the new Keystone hotel. The $100 million project is located near the site of Google’s proposed transit village. (The Mercury News)

San Josean

Love sammies? So does local Barry Enderwick, who shares the simple joy of a good sandwich with over 300,000 TikTok followers. Plus, he just seems like a great guy. 🥪 (The Mercury News)

Finance

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Number

55°. That’s the optimal temperature for storing wine. So unless you enjoy keeping your humble abode chilled year round, we recommend buying a wine fridge to foster favorable conditions for long-term aging. Our pick: this sleek wine fridge with touch-panel control and capacity for 24 bottles. Cheers. 🍷 *

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Got clutter?

Where to make spring cleaning donations in San Jose, CA

We’re getting the itch for some home reorganization. | GIF by Pottencial Seguradora S.A. via Giphy

Where are our Monicas at? Spring cleaning season is on the horizon.

Start planning your attack (we mean, your approach) with these three tips to manage clutter:

If you’re looking to donate furniture

Bay Area Furniture Bank accepts furniture like tables, chairs, and dressers. Plus, Habitat for Humanity ReStore will take furniture, appliances, tools, lighting and other housing materials and offers donation pickups.

If your office or craft closet needs a clean

RAFT is always accepting new materials that can be used in classrooms — like pens, staplers, straws, scrap wood, and more.

If you simply need more space

Neighbor offers storage options listed by locals. Rent anything from an attic, a shed, a spare bedroom, and a garage to store your stuff. Bonus: You can also rent parking spots.

MORE SPRING CLEANING TIPS

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Dayten.

Editor’s pick: Good to meet you. I’m Dayten Rose, your Kansas City-based National Content Editor, and I’ll be helping City Editor Alyson for the next couple days. It’s looking like a rainy weekend — you can go ahead and blame me for stealing all the California sunshine.

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