Understanding Fontana’s Climate: A Guide for Residents

Understanding Fontana’s Climate: A Guide for Residents

Fontana, California, experiences a warm and temperate climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. This climate is classified as a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Csa) according to the Köppen-Geiger classification system.

Seasonal Weather Patterns

Summer

Summers in Fontana are typically hot and arid, with average high temperatures ranging from 86.3°F (30.2°C) in June to 94.6°F (34.8°C) in August. Rainfall during these months is minimal, often less than 0.1 inches (2.5 mm) per month.

Winter

Winters are mild and relatively wetter compared to the summer months. Average high temperatures range from 65.9°F (18.8°C) in December to 67.1°F (19.5°C) in February. The majority of annual precipitation occurs during this period, with February being the wettest month, averaging 3.94 inches (100.08 mm) of rainfall.

Environmental Initiatives

The City of Fontana is committed to maintaining and improving environmental quality through various programs and initiatives:

  • Stormwater Management: The Environmental Compliance Division implements the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program to prevent stormwater pollution and protect local waterways.
  • Recycling and Waste Management: Programs are in place for curbside used oil and filter collection, household hazardous waste disposal, and solid waste and trash collection to promote recycling and proper waste management.
  • Water Conservation Workshops: In collaboration with the Chino Basin Water Conservation District, the city offers workshops to educate residents on water conservation techniques and sustainable landscaping practices.

Residents are encouraged to participate in these programs to contribute to the community’s environmental health and sustainability.

For more information on these initiatives, please visit the City of Fontana’s Environmental Compliance Department website or contact them directly at (909) 350-6760.