Ferndale (CA) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Ferndale’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Ferndale experiences balanced seasonal shifts, with noticeable but moderate temperature variations. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August to a moderate 13°C in December. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 5°C in December.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Ferndale by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
December, the city’s coldest month, receives about 220 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. For more information, please visit our Ferndale Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ferndale Temperatures Compared World Wide
Ferndale’s average annual maximum temperature is 17°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Ferndale’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Ferndale climate page.
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