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Murphys, CA has a Mediterranean climate characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. During the summer months, temperatures are typically in the mid-80s during the day and drop to the 40s at night. Rainfall is minimal in Murphys with average precipitation of around 18 inches per year. Winters are mild with temperatures usually ranging from 40 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to the 30s at night. Snow is rare in this area, but winter storms bring occasional light snowfalls. This region of California is known for its picturesque oak trees and rolling hills that bring spectacular views all year round.

Murphys, California gets 44 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.

Murphys averages 5 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.

On average, there are 257 sunny days per year in Murphys. The US average is 205 sunny days.

Murphys gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 68 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.


Weather Highlights

Summer High: the July high is around 91 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 32
Rain: averages 44 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 5 inches of snow a year


Bestplaces Comfort Index

The annual BestPlaces Comfort Index for Murphys is 7.8 (10=best), which means it is less comfortable than most places in California.

8.6 Summer - 6.5 Winter
June, September and May are the most pleasant months in Murphys, while December and January are the least comfortable months.

  ClimateMurphys, CaliforniaUnited States
  43.8 in.38.1 in.
  4.9 in.27.8 in.
  67.9 days106.2 days
  257 days205 days
  91.0°85.8°
  31.8°21.7°
  7.87
  5.34.3
  2172 ft.2443 ft.
Climate
YOU SHOULD KNOW

Many people confuse weather and climate but they are different. Weather is the conditions of the atmosphere over a short period of time, and climate is how the atmosphere is over long periods of time.

Weather is how the atmosphere is behaving and its effects upon life and human activities. Weather can change from minute-to-minute. Most people think of weather in terms of temperature, humidity, precipitation, cloudiness, brightness, visibility, wind, and atmospheric pressure.

Climate is the description of the long-term pattern of weather in a place. Climate can mean the average weather for a particular region and time period taken over 30 years. Climate is the average of weather over time.

July is the hottest month for Murphys with an average high temperature of 91.0°, which ranks it as about average compared to other places in California. In Murphys, there are 4 comfortable months with high temperatures in the range of 70-85°. The most pleasant months of the year for Murphys are May, October and June.
In Murphys, there are 52.4 days annually when the high temperature is over 90°, which is about average compared to other places in California.
January has the coldest nighttime temperatures for Murphys with an average of 31.8°. This is colder than most places in California.
In Murphys, there are 64.5 days annually when the nighttime low temperature falls below freezing, which is colder than most places in California.
In Murphys, there are 0.0 days annually when the nighttime low temperature falls below zero°, which is about average compared to other places in California.
Humidity is low in Murphys, and some people might find the dryness to be uncomfortable. Days with noticeable humidity are rare throughout the year. A very dry climate can lead to cracked, itchy skin and dry eyes.
January is the wettest month in Murphys with 8.3 inches of rain, and the driest month is July with 0.0 inches. The wettest season is Spring with 52% of yearly precipitation and 1% occurs in Autumn, which is the driest season. The annual rainfall of 43.8 inches in Murphys means that it is one of the wettest places in California.
March is the rainiest month in Murphys with 10.2 days of rain, and July is the driest month with only 0.4 rainy days. There are 67.9 rainy days annually in Murphys, which is rainier than most places in California. The rainiest season is Spring when it rains 43% of the time and the driest is Autumn with only a 4% chance of a rainy day.
An annual snowfall of 4.9 inches in Murphys means that it is snowier than most places in California. March is the snowiest month in Murphys with 1.6 inches of snow, and 4 months of the year have significant snowfall.
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Over 16 years ago

First I should say that Murphys elevation is about 2000 feet despite what the info on this site says. The summers are hot! Very close to Central Valley of California  More

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Over 18 years ago

Murphys is a quaint little town with many activities within a short driving distance but the cost of living in this part of California is high. Many Bay area residents  More

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