Riverside (CA) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Riverside’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
Visitors to Riverside can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in August to a pleasant 19°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Riverside 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. August, the city’s warmest month, sees 351 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 31 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 4 days. For more information, please visit our Riverside 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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Riverside Temperatures Compared World Wide
Riverside’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
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.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Riverside’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Riverside climate page.
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