Mormon Battalion Memorial

Monument Memorial honoring Mormon Battalion's service in Mexican–American War

A historical memorial in San Diego, California commemorating the Mormon Battalion. Visitors come for military and migration history, interpretive displays and proximity to Old Town San Diego’s museums and historic sites.

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Mormon Battalion Memorial
32.7539, -117.1943
Open daily dawn-dusk
Free

How to Get to Mormon Battalion Memorial #

Located in San Diego County near historic Presidio/Old Town sites, the memorial is accessible by car and local bus lines. From downtown San Diego, take local transit toward Old Town or drive via Interstate 5, exiting at Taylor Street/Old Town and following signage for Presidio Park and associated historic markers.

Tips for Visiting Mormon Battalion Memorial #

  • Visit mid-morning to see informative plaques more easily; the memorial's context is often explained on-site.
  • Pair the visit with a walk through nearby Presidio or Old Town areas to see the broader history of the Mexican-American War and westward migration.
  • Bring sun protection; San Diego's exposed memorials offer little shade.

Best Time to Visit Mormon Battalion Memorial #

San Diego's mild climate makes spring and autumn easy choices; any season is acceptable for short visits.

Spring
March-May · 13-21°C (55-70°F)
Mild, pleasant weather for walking historic sites.
Summer
June-August · 17-25°C (63-77°F)
Warmer but coastal breezes moderate temperatures; busiest season.
Autumn/Winter
September-February · 12-20°C (54-68°F)
Cooler and quieter; good for reflective visits.

Weather & Climate near Mormon Battalion Memorial #

Climate

Mormon Battalion Memorial's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 57 mm of rain.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 21°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
16° 23°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 25°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

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