Pacific Grove (CA) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Pacific Grove’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
The temperature in Pacific Grove changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a mild 17°C in October. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 14°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 7°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Pacific Grove by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
December, the city’s coldest month, sees about 80 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days.
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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Pacific Grove Temperatures Compared World Wide
Pacific Grove’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°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.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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 Pacific Grove’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Pacific Grove climate page.
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