Butte County Climate
Butte County, California
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.9°F
Annual Precip
48.1"
Annual Snowfall
27.4"
Extreme Heat Days
72
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,283
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Butte County
Climate Verdict
Butte County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.9°F, moderately wet with 48.1 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 72.23333333333333 days annually above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 27.4 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 45.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.8°F. The 31°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Butte County closely matches the California statewide average temperature of 58.7°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 22.3 inches more precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Butte County Weather
A Hot Climate with High Precipitation
Butte County averages 59.9°F, which is notably warmer than the median temperature across the United States. Its 48.1 inches of annual rain is also well above the national median.
Much Wetter Than the California Average
With 48.1 inches of rain, Butte is nearly twice as wet as the California state average of 25.8 inches. Its annual temperature of 59.9°F also runs slightly higher than the state average.
Wetter and Snowier Than Colusa
Butte receives 48.1 inches of rain and 27.4 inches of snow, vastly exceeding neighboring Colusa County's totals. It offers a more varied mountain climate compared to the flatter valley floor.
Sizzling Summers and Snowy Mountain Winters
Residents endure 72 extreme heat days each year as July temperatures average 76.8°F. Winter brings a significant contrast with 27.4 inches of snowfall and an average temp of 46.4°F.
Gear Up for Heat and Snow
Residents need both powerful air conditioning for 72 heat days and snow-clearing tools for the 27.4-inch winter average. Waterproofing is also critical given the high 48.1 inches of annual rain.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.