Friday, September 9, 2011

Chapter 2: Physical Environment - Elevation & Climate

ELEVATION
The elevation of Monterey County ranges from 0 to 5,844 feet above sea level. Junipero Serra Peak is the highest point and is located 12 miles inland in the Big Sur area.

Junipero Serra Peak
CLIMATE
Monterey County has a Mediterranean type climate with cool summers and moderate winters. There is a lot of fog in the summer, while the spring and fall have clearer days.

Average Annual Temperature: 57 degrees F
Average Summer High: 68 degrees F
Average Winter Low: 61 degrees F

The ocean temperature along the shore averages 55 degrees in the colder summer and 58 degrees in the warmer fall and winter.

Average Annual Rainfall: 17 inches (mostly between November and April)

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