El Dorado County Climate
El Dorado County, California
Avg Annual Temp
53.8°F
Annual Precip
41.2"
Annual Snowfall
58.2"
Extreme Heat Days
47.675
days >= 90°F/yr
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About El Dorado County Weather
A Transition from Valley to Peaks
El Dorado's average annual temperature of 53.8°F sits near the national median, reflecting its diverse terrain. The county receives 41.2 inches of annual precipitation, which is significantly higher than many interior U.S. regions.
Cooler Than the Golden State Average
At 53.8°F, the county remains cooler than the California state average of 58.7°F. This lower temperature profile is driven by its high-elevation Sierra Nevada mountains compared to the warmer Central Valley.
Wetter and Snowier Than Valley Neighbors
With 58.2 inches of annual snowfall, El Dorado is far wetter and colder than neighboring Sacramento County. It shares a rugged mountain climate profile with Placer and Alpine counties to its north and south.
Cold Winters and Pleasant Summers
Winters are cold with a 39.9°F average, while summers stay mild at 69.2°F. The county sees 48 extreme heat days above 90°F annually, which are concentrated mostly in its lower western foothills.
Prepare for Snow and Sun
Residents need robust heating systems and snow removal equipment to handle the nearly five feet of annual snowfall. High-efficiency cooling is also essential as summer temperatures still reach the 90s on nearly 50 days each year.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.