Nevada County Climate
Nevada County, California
Avg Annual Temp
48.0°F
Annual Precip
40.4"
Annual Snowfall
85.2"
Extreme Heat Days
14.475
days >= 90°F/yr
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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 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.