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Placerville (CA) Climate by Month

The climate in Placerville is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Placerville, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July to a chilly 12°C in December. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in December.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Placerville receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 882 mm. The seasons in Placerville, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 166 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Placerville, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 14.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.7 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sacramento, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sacramento, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Placerville in the United States of America

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Placerville?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Placerville?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March and December.
  • Does Placerville have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Placerville?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Placerville?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Placerville?
    December tops the wettest month list with 166 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Placerville?
    August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Placerville?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 440 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Placerville (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    10°C | 5°C
    S 14 km/h
    21 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    12°C | 5°C
    S 14 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    11°C | 7°C
    S 18 km/h
    24 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain