Climate Comfort Score
82/100
Excellent
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Fairmont, CA Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Fairmont, California has an average annual temperature of 62°F and a climate comfort score of 82/100 (Excellent). Annual precipitation totals 15.8", including 1.3" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
62°F (17°C)
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
51°F
Annual Precip
15.8"
Annual Snow
1.3"
Comfort Score
82/100
Excellent
Avg Annual Temperature
62°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
15.8"
Plus 1.3" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Fairmont) 82.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Excellent for the Fairmont area.
Warming context for Fairmont
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Fairmont 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 | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 38°F (3°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7" | 0.0" | 6.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 49°F (9°C) | 4.4" | 0.7" | 5.2 | 0.0 |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5" | 0.2" | 1.9 | 0.0 |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9" | 0.0" | 1.3 | 0.3 |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4" | 0.0" | 0.2 | 3.2 |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 11.2 |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 20.3 |
| August | 93°F (34°C) | 68°F (20°C) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 22.7 |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 14.0 |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 2.7 |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 44°F (6°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7" | 0.0" | 1.8 | 0.0 |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 37°F (3°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2" | 0.4" | 7.2 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 3.7"
6.9 days with precipitation
February 4.4"
Snow: 0.7"
7.2 days with precipitation
March 2.5"
Snow: 0.2"
6.7 days with precipitation
April 0.9"
3.5 days with precipitation
May 0.4"
2.1 days with precipitation
June 0.1"
0.5 days with precipitation
July 0.1"
0.6 days with precipitation
August 0.0"
0.4 days with precipitation
September 0.1"
1.0 days with precipitation
October 0.7"
1.8 days with precipitation
November 0.7"
3.4 days with precipitation
December 2.2"
Snow: 0.4"
5.2 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
November 29
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
April 6
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
2,872
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
1,805
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
August
Coldest Month
December
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Fairmont, CA
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Fairmont, California as a location with an annual average temperature of 62°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 73°F to a mean daily low of 51°F. August is typically the warmest month of the year, while December is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00042941, 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. Fairmont receives roughly 15.8 inches of precipitation each year, with 1.3 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near April 6 and the first fall freeze near November 29. For energy use, 2,872 heating degree days and 1,805 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Fairmont scores 82/100 (Excellent), 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 Fairmont, CA? ▼
The average annual temperature in Fairmont, California is 62°F. The warmest month averages 93°F (34°C) and the coldest averages 37°F (3°C).
How much rain does Fairmont get? ▼
Fairmont receives 15.8 inches of precipitation annually, including 1.3 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Fairmont? ▼
Fairmont has a climate comfort score of 82/100 (Excellent). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Fairmont? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Fairmont.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Fairmont? ▼
Fairmont has 2,872 heating degree days and 1,805 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 Fairmont 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 USC00042941. 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: USC00042941. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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