Nevada County Climate
Nevada County, California
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
48.0°F
Annual Precip
40.4"
Annual Snowfall
85.2"
Extreme Heat Days
14
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,863
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Nevada County
Climate Verdict
Nevada County has a cool, averaging 48.0°F annually, moderately wet with 40.4 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 14.475 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 85.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 34.0°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 65.8°F. The 32°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Nevada County is 10.6°F cooler than the California statewide average of 58.7°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 14.6 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 44.19592496293387 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Nevada County Weather
Cool and Very Wet
Nevada County’s average temperature of 48.0°F is cooler than the national median. However, its 40.4 inches of annual precipitation is far higher than many other parts of the country.
A Northern Highland Climate
The county averages over 10 degrees cooler than the state’s 58.7°F mark. It is also one of the state's wetter regions, significantly exceeding the 25.8-inch California rainfall average.
Wetter Than Modoc
Nevada County is nearly three times as wet as Modoc County, despite having a similar average temperature. This moisture translates into massive snowpacks that its eastern neighbors lack.
California's Snow Capital
The county is defined by its 85.2 inches of annual snowfall and a winter average of 34.2°F. Summers remain pleasant with only 14 days of extreme heat over 90°F.
Winterize for Deep Snow
High-clearance vehicles and snow tires are local essentials to navigate the 85.2 inches of annual snow. Indoor heating is the priority here, as extreme summer heat is relatively rare.
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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.