Imperial, CA County has a hot desert climate with an average high of 87°F in the summer and an average low of 55°F in the winter. Precipitation is low, with most areas receiving less than three inches annually. The county experiences hot summers with temperatures reaching over 100°F often. During this time there can be strong winds and dust storms. During the winter months it can get quite chilly at night but generally remains mild during the day. Summer nights are mild as well, making Imperial a great place to visit year round.
Imperial County, California gets 3 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Imperial County averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 309 sunny days per year in Imperial County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Imperial County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 15 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 107 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 42
Rain: averages 3 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year