Climate Comfort Score
67/100
Good
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
EL Centro Naf, CA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
EL Centro Naf, California has an average annual temperature of 74°F and a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). Annual precipitation totals 5.1". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
74°F (23°C)
Avg High
89°F
Avg Low
59°F
Annual Precip
5.1"
Comfort Score
67/100
Good
Avg Annual Temperature
74°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
5.1"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (EL Centro Naf) 67.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Good for the EL Centro Naf area.
Warming context for EL Centro Naf
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for EL Centro Naf captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 42°F (6°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1" | 1.4 | 0.0 |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9" | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 51°F (10°C) | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8" | 0.0 | 4.9 |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 56°F (13°C) | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2" | 0.0 | 11.2 |
| May | 94°F (35°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1" | 0.0 | 22.3 |
| June | 103°F (40°C) | 69°F (21°C) | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6" | 0.0 | 29.4 |
| July | 107°F (42°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 92°F (33°C) | 0.2" | 0.0 | 30.9 |
| August | 107°F (42°C) | 78°F (26°C) | 93°F (34°C) | 0.2" | 0.0 | 30.9 |
| September | 102°F (39°C) | 72°F (22°C) | 87°F (31°C) | 0.3" | 0.0 | 28.3 |
| October | 91°F (33°C) | 60°F (15°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2" | 0.0 | 19.0 |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 48°F (9°C) | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2" | 0.3 | 2.3 |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3" | 1.7 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 1.1"
February 0.9"
March 0.8"
April 0.2"
May 0.1"
June 0.6"
July 0.2"
August 0.2"
September 0.3"
October 0.2"
November 0.2"
December 0.3"
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
December 21
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
January 6
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
931
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
4,103
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
August
Coldest Month
December
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: EL Centro Naf, CA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe EL Centro Naf, California as a location with an annual average temperature of 74°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 89°F to a mean daily low of 59°F. August is typically the warmest month of the year, while December is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00023199, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. EL Centro Naf receives roughly 5.1 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near January 6 and the first fall freeze near December 21. For energy use, 931 heating degree days and 4,103 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, EL Centro Naf scores 67/100 (Good), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for August-driven heat, or deep winter for December-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in EL Centro Naf, CA? ▼
The average annual temperature in EL Centro Naf, California is 74°F. The warmest month averages 107°F (42°C) and the coldest averages 41°F (5°C).
How much rain does EL Centro Naf get? ▼
EL Centro Naf receives 5.1 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for EL Centro Naf? ▼
EL Centro Naf has a climate comfort score of 67/100 (Good). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in EL Centro Naf? ▼
Growing season data is not available for EL Centro Naf.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in EL Centro Naf? ▼
EL Centro Naf has 931 heating degree days and 4,103 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this EL Centro Naf climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00023199. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00023199. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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