San Benito County

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Visit San Benito County Chamber for travel and recreation information or find individual city links below.

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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.

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.

San Benito County 1,396 square miles - 893,440 acres ~ City of Hollister 6 square miles ~ City of San Juan Bautista 310 acres.