Geography of California
Geography of California: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of California
Nevada is 101 mi to the north-east, Reno is 111 mi to the north-east, Crater Lake National Park is 298 mi to the north and Crater Lake is 303 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 38°34′53.8″N 121°29′39.8″W (38.5816, -121.4944)
Quick facts about California
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°34′53.8″N 121°29′39.8″W (38.5816, -121.4944) |
| Capital | Sacramento |
| Population | 39.000.000 |
| Area | 163.695 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | CA |
| Time zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 2:30 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by city in California
7 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by national park in California
9 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in California
4 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in California
2 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in California
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in California
6 counties mapped in this atlas
Summary
California is a state in United States. California is a US state with its capital at Sacramento. It has a population of about 39 million. The capital is Sacramento.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in California with clear. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 59°F to 96°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit California is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 97°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 364 mi away. Nearby highlights include Channel Islands National Park, Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park and Kings Canyon National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is in line with the 97°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in California today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in California month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 41° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 44° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 67° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 72° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 84° | 56° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 93° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 97° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 97° | 63° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 90° | 61° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 79° | 55° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 46° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 56° | 42° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is California?
California is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.5816, -121.4944. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in California right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with clear. Humidity is 66% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit California?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in California, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is California in?
California observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 2:30 PM.
How many people live in California?
California has a population of approximately 39 million.
What is the nearest airport to California?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 82 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 364 mi away and San Diego International Airport (SAN), 471 mi away.
What are the top things to do in California?
Popular options include Channel Islands National Park, Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Pinnacles National Park.
What places are in California?
California covers 29 places in this atlas, including Los Angeles, San Diego, Channel Islands National Park, Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park and Kings Canyon National Park.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
