Madera County Climate
Madera County, California
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
61.4°F
Annual Precip
20.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.3"
Extreme Heat Days
99
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,663
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Madera County
Climate Verdict
Madera County has a warm, averaging 61.4°F year-round, semi-arid conditions with only 20.3 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 99.46666666666665 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 46.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.9°F. The 33°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Madera County closely matches the California statewide average temperature of 58.7°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.5 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 40.79574170373278 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Madera County Weather
Warm temperatures in the Central Valley
Madera County averages 61.4°F annually, placing it well above the national median temperature. This heat is a defining characteristic of its agricultural landscape.
Warmer than the California average
The county's 61.4°F average temperature exceeds the state average of 58.7°F by nearly three degrees. It represents the quintessential inland California climate where heat dominates the calendar.
Moderate rainfall for the valley
With 20.3 inches of annual precipitation, Madera is drier than the state average of 25.8 inches but wetter than its southern neighbor, Merced. It experiences very little snow, averaging just 1.3 inches per year.
The land of 99 heat days
Madera endures nearly 100 days per year over 90°F, with July temperatures averaging a hot 78.9°F. Winters are cool but not freezing, averaging 47.1°F during the coldest months.
Plan for extreme summer heat
With nearly 100 days of extreme heat, residents must have robust home cooling systems and heat-safety plans. Outdoor activities are best scheduled for the winter months when temperatures are a mild 47.1°F.
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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.