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Weather & Climate in California, KY
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
California experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 494 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 494 ft (151 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 318/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9184°N, 84.2636°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Campbell County County |
| Nearest Airport | Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG) 24 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 58.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 13.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
17 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Sep 12, 2004 | 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana | M3.8 | 143 km | 2 km |
| Feb 19, 1995 | 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio | M3.6 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1990 | 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky | M3.3 | 91 km | 0 km |
| Feb 3, 2025 | 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio | M3.1 | 146 km | 26 km |
| Apr 25, 2020 | 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky | M2.9 | 118 km | 27 km |
| Aug 20, 2015 | 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky | M2.8 | 114 km | 34 km |
| Mar 17, 1999 | 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio | M2.8 | 41 km | 0 km |
| May 11, 2025 | 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky | M2.8 | 132 km | 30 km |
| Mar 21, 1990 | 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky | M2.7 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Jan 12, 2023 | 4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky | M2.6 | 136 km | 35 km |
| Aug 4, 2023 | 11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky | M2.6 | 140 km | 17 km |
| May 11, 2015 | 5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky | M2.6 | 60 km | 11 km |
| Jul 23, 2013 | 6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky | M2.6 | 36 km | 4 km |
| Feb 11, 2015 | 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio | M2.6 | 134 km | 20 km |
| Jan 21, 2018 | 8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky | M2.6 | 134 km | 11 km |
| Jan 28, 2024 | 3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky | M2.5 | 52 km | 15 km |
| Jan 4, 1999 | 9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky | M2.5 | 95 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
421 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 73 fatalities, 2,761 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 54 km | 20.8 mi | 3 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF5 | 81 km | 31.3 mi | 36 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF4 | 35 km | 9.9 mi | 4 |
| Sep 20, 2000 | EF4 | 85 km | 9.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 9, 1999 | EF4 | 36 km | 10.0 mi | 4 |
| Nov 22, 1992 | EF4 | 78 km | 26.7 mi | 1 |
| Jun 2, 1990 | EF4 | 66 km | 33.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 35 km | 19.8 mi | 2 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF4 | 89 km | 27.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF4 | 20 km | 24.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF4 | 29 km | 78.7 mi | 6 |
| May 27, 2019 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| May 14, 2014 | EF3 | 92 km | 8.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 2012 | EF3 | 12 km | 20.4 mi | 3 |
| May 27, 2004 | EF3 | 96 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2003 | EF3 | 58 km | 25.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 2, 1997 | EF3 | 11 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 1993 | EF3 | 64 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 1, 1977 | EF3 | 51 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 67 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
19 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06 (5,054 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06 | 5,054 | 99 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,259 | 93 km |
| 2001 | 01 UNIT 16 | 2,361 | 98 km |
| 2000 | JPG 14 | 1,908 | 100 km |
| 2003 | UNIT 16 03 | 1,809 | 98 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 1,334 | 98 km |
| 2002 | UNIT 28 | 1,259 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNIT 14 | 1,170 | 100 km |
| 2000 | JPG 5 | 1,013 | 97 km |
| 2013 | NON-WUI HAZARD FUELS PRESCRIBED FIRE | 934 | 98 km |
| 2009 | UNIT 30D SPRING 2009 | 921 | 96 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 786 | 98 km |
| 2003 | UNIT 5 03 | 688 | 96 km |
| 2005 | UNIT 31 05 | 649 | 98 km |
| 2005 | UNIT 5 05 | 633 | 97 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 619 | 100 km |
| 2010 | UNIT 8 SPRING 2011 RX CHARGE CODE | 599 | 98 km |
| 2010 | UNIT 28 SPRING 2010 WUI | 551 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNIT 21 | 526 | 98 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 3.3 in |
California has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.8").