Location
San Benito County is located at the southern end of the Santa Clara Valley. From the Gabilan Mountains in the west to the Diablo range in the east, San Benito County displays a wide range of California geography. The rugged Diablo peaks beautifully complement the area's native oak and grassland ranges.
 
San Benito County 1,396 square miles - 893,440 acres
City of Hollister 6 square miles
City of San Juan Bautista 310 acres

Climate
Lying between the coastal marine layer fog and the San Joaquin Valley heat, the county has a pleasant moderate climate. Boasting 333 days of sunshine, with temperatures averaging in the high 60's, make it pleasant for agriculture and recreation. The annual precipitation is 10 to 12 inches.
 
Productivity is at its premium when weather is most agreeable. San Benito County has such a climate, which translates into a cash value to our recreation, agriculture and industry. Average temperatures on a monthly average in the high 60's are perfect for the wide range of outdoor activities enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. There is uniformity throughout the seasons. Winters are cool but not cold, providing an average rainfall of about 12 inches, turning the hills to a lush green. Summers are warm and do produce a few hot days. Coastal ocean breezes usually arrive midday, cooling the afternoons and leaving the nights cool, perfect for sleeping. With thunder and rain showers uncommon in the summer, sultry or muggy weather is rarely experienced.