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Spring Holiday in San Jose
Spring in San Jose is a delightful time to be in the city with its many parks and hills dotted with colorful blooms. From outdoor landscape to cultural hotspots, San Jose is a veritable treasure trove for visitors.
Temperature and Clothes to Pack
San Jose enjoys 301 days of sunshine and moderate temperature throughout the year. Spring is no exception. Wear light clothes and enjoy the pleasant feel of the spring breeze on your face
San Jose Festivals and Places to Go
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Enjoy the Annual Nikkei Matsuri Japanese festival and the Annual Thai New Year Festival Songkran along with the Juneteenth in the Park Festival in the months of April and June respectively. As far as cultural activities are concerned, spring in San Jose is truly delightful. From the San Jose Youth Symphony to the Symphony Silicon Valley, there are numerous musical treats in store for tourists in spring. For a spot of oriental , try the Firebird Youth Chinese Orchestra. Center for Performing Arts presents many masterful performances for the theatrically inclined. From the City Lights Theater Company to the City National Civic, there are many options for those who like a bit of drama. From the SAP Center to the San Jose Drama Repertory, there are numerous places to enjoy the skillful performance of actors.
San Jose Spring Festivals
March
April
- 37th Annual Nikkei Matsuri Festival (Japanese Festival)
- 2nd Annual Songkran Thai New Year Festival
May
- FOAM-Festival of Arts & Musique 2015
- Spring Festival at Empire Gardens Elementary
- SJ FestivALL
- San Jose Greek Festival
Summer Holidays in San Jose
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In the summers, San Jose turns out to be a truly wonderful destination for a vacation and there are numerous options for those who want to engage in a spot of fun under the sun.
Temperature and Clothes to Pack
San Jose experiences a subtropical Mediterranean climate and an average of 300 days of sunshine and mean temperature of 15.8 degree Celsius. The city is sheltered from rain and has a semi arid feel. Monthly average temperature ca really rise during the summers to as high as 46 degree Celsius. Clothes should be cotton fabrics and natural fibers which allow the body to breathe and the sweat to evaporate.
San Jose Festivals and Places to Go
From public shows and happenings such as Anno Domini’s I Stand Alone to No Water After Midnight at Black Bird Tavern there are many choices for those who want a bit of summer fun. From jazz to the blues, you can take your pick at the many cafes and nightclubs during the long summer evenings. Enjoy events such as Dia De Portugal and Sake San Jose at the History Park and Japantown respectively. Don’t miss out on museums such as San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art and San Jose Art Museum. For music and fun, you can opt for the San Pedro Square Market known for its truly stunning live musical performances by everyone from JC Smith Band to Jessica Johnson. If jazz is not your cup of tea and you are more of the intellectual kind, check out the Santana Row Park events where you can meet celebs such as Carla Hall apart from enjoying the summer fashion shows. Don’t miss out on the Annual San Jose Orchid Exposition held in the summer months of May and June or the Downtown Farmers Market where admission is free. Recreation camps in the city of San Jose are also fun.
San Jose Summer Festival
June
- Juneteenth Festival
- Subzero Festival
- Fountain Blues Festival
July
- Tahiti Fete
- San Jose Obon Festival
- Gilroy Garlic Festival
- Viva Fest
August
- Santa Clara County Fair
- San Jose Pride
- San Jose Jazz Summer Fest
Fall Holiday in San Jose
Fall in San Jose is a delightful time to be visiting this city. From the colorful foliage in parks to the stunning natural beauty of the mountain side, San Jose has a lot of variety to offer.
Temperature and Clothes to Pack
Temperature in San Jose in the months of August in the fall is roughly around 70 degree fahrenheit or 21 degree celsius. Diurnal temperature variation is wider in San Jose. Light rainfall is not uncommon in the months from November to April/May. Synthetic as well as cotton cloths can be worn.
San Jose Festivals and Places to Go
Schurra’s chocolate factory is the place to visit in south bay area during the fall. Its chocolate and bon bon are very famous. You can even enjoy the Family camp at Yosemite or admire the splendors of nature at Happy Hollow Park and Zoo. You can even find a trail to suit your liking what with San Jose having one of the largest urban trail networks with over 56 miles of development. City Parks are wonderful places to have picnics and enjoy the outdoors. During the fall, many musical festivals are held in happening nightclubs in the city.
San Jose Fall Festivals
September
Millbrae Art and Wine Festival
Mountain View Art & Wine Festival
Santa Cruz Greek Food and Culture Festival
October
C2 SV Technology Conference and Music Festival(October)
Winter Holiday In San Jose
Winter in San Jose is a time where you can enjoy the Christmas spirit and get into the mood for some fun and excitement.
Temperature and Clothes to Pack
Winters in San Jose are cold whereas on an annual basis there are 2.7 nights when temperature is below freezing mark and a fortnight when it reaches 32 degree celsius. Wear thick clothes and woolens to ward off the winter chill. Snow level reaches 610 m above sea level or even less than this, causing the Mount Hamilton and less commonly, the Santa Cruz mountains to be covered with snow. San Jose is made of microclimates. Whereas downtown receives light rainfall, southern parts of the city receive heavy rainfall and more extreme temperatures
San Jose Festivals and Places to Go
Los Lagos Golf Course is where you can get a good game and plenty of sunshine to warm you up in the cold winter days. This golf course is located near the charming Coyote Creek where you can enjoy the magic of nature. Visit the San Jose Flea Market for truly amazing bargains and collectibles. This scenic market is held during weekends in Berryessa Road, San Jose CA. From colorful clothes to delicious food, the San Jose Flea Market has it all. Enjoy the Subzero Festival at San Jose during the winter months.
San Jose Winter Festivals
November
December
- Children's Holiday Festival
January
- Christmas in the Park
- Downtown Ice
February
- San Jose Jazz Festival
- San Jose Tet Festival
- Vietnamese Spring Festival
