Climate Insights for Rancho Tehama Reserve

The climate in Rancho Tehama Reserve is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 718mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 180mm of rainfall. Rancho Tehama Reserve is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to 4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Rancho Tehama Reserve vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Rancho Tehama Reserve is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 718mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 180mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 179mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.

Rancho Tehama Reserve is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Rancho Tehama Reserve, which began on June 21, 2026. Rancho Tehama Reserve is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 75 days from now.

The best time to visit Rancho Tehama Reserve is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 24mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rancho Tehama Reserve based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.