Mount Shasta (CA) Climate by Month
The temperature in Mount Shasta can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Mount Shasta can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in July to a chilly 6°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -2°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Mount Shasta is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1018 mm. The climate in Mount Shasta shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy snow/rainfall in December, with an average of 195 mm of precipitation over 16 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 2.3 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
The best time of year to visit Mount Shasta in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February, March and December.
Yes, the months of July, August and September are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 195 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
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