The climate of Ashland
Ashland,
Oregon, situated in the United States, basks under a Mediterranean climate with warm summers. This type of climate is technically known as Csb under the Köppen climate classification. Spanning across a year, the town experiences distinct seasons with varying weather conditions.
The temperature in Ashland fluctuates throughout the year, with the highest averages during summer from 72.1°F (22.3°C) to 83.7°F (28.7°C) and the lowest during winter from 28°F (-2.2°C) to 44.2°F (6.8°C). Humidity levels, on the other hand, present a decreasing trend as the year progresses, starting from 83% in
January and falling to 57% by
August, before rising again towards the end of the year. Rainfall distribution over the year follows an opposite pattern, with peak falls in January at 3.43" (87mm), dropping to the lowest in
July and August at 0.24" (6mm) and 0.31" (8mm) respectively.
The illustration of sunshine hours echoes the ebb and flow of daylight duration. Maximum daylight duration is 15.2 hours in
June and shortest is 9.2 hours in
December. Correspondingly, sunshine hours peak in June and July with 11.2 hours and 12 hours respectively, and dip to the lowest in December with 5.4 hours. Or in other words, Ashland sees around 24.9 days of sunshine in July and just 11.8 days in December.
The best time to visit Ashland
The time between
May to
September presents to be an excellent span to explore
Ashland. During this period, days are warmed by high temperatures ranging from 64°F (17.8°C) to 83.7°F (28.7°C) and graced by multiple sunshine hours from 10.3 to 12 hours. The inconspicuous rainfall, especially in
July and
August of snow. Daylight is significantly less as the region only receives around 9.5 hours of daylight. However, keep warm clothing accessible, as both the high and low temperatures are colder than any other month.
Ashland records an average high-temperature of a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in
January, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. Throughout the month of January, Ashland reports a steady low-temperature average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). January is the most humid month in Ashland, with an average relative humidity of 83%. In January, in Ashland, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation. January through May,
November and
December are months with snowfall in Ashland. In Ashland, in January, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 24.72" (628mm) of snow. In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST. January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Ashland,
Oregon. The months with the lowest UV index in Ashland, Oregon, are January through
March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Weather in February
Moving into
February, the slight increase in average high temperatures to 45.7°F (7.6°C) and steady low temperatures at 29.7°F (-1.3°C) suggests a gradual warming phase. Even though February is typically less wet than
January, there is no significant decrease in the monthly snowfall which averages at 8.19" (208mm).
Weather in February »Weather in March
By
March, the
Ashland weather begins to exhibit signs of spring. The temperature climbs higher, with average highs reaching 49.1°F (9.5°C) and lows at 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Even though the average rainfall decreases slightly to 2.83" (72mm), it is still a wet period.
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Weather in April
April signals the definitive arrival of spring in
Oregon. With average high temperatures warming up to 55.6°F (13.1°C) and low temperatures reaching 33.3°F (0.7°C), the biting cold of winter starts to fade. Though the rainfall decreases considerably to 2.09" (53mm), the noticeably longer daylight hours (around 13.4) and a UV index of 3 indicate stronger sun rays.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May in
Ashland brings substantial warming, as the high temperatures reach a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) and the lows also rise to about 38.1°F (3.4°C). May's rainfall of 1.85" (47mm) signifies a transition to the drier season. The hours of daylight continue to rise, reaching close to 14.6 hours, and the UV index increases to 4.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June weather heralds the arrival of summer in
Ashland,
Oregon, with high temperatures peaking at 72.1°F (22.3°C) and low temperatures at 42.4°F (5.8°C). The city experiences a dry spell, with rainfall dropping to 0.83" (21mm), the lowest since the start of the year.
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Weather in July
July stands out as the hottest month in
Ashland,
Oregon, with average high temperatures soaring to 83.3°F (28.5°C) and lows at 48.7°F (9.3°C). Interestingly, it's also the driest month of the year, with only 0.24" (6mm) of rainfall.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August weather conditions remain fairly similar, with the average high temperatures still at their peak of 83.7°F (28.7°C), and average low temperatures also at 48.7°F (9.3°C). August experiences a slight increase in rainfall compared to
July, with precipitation levels at 0.31" (8mm).
Weather in August » Weather in September
September marks the beginning of fall in
Ashland, with average high temperatures moderately falling to 76.1°F (24.5°C) and average low temperatures dropping to 44.8°F (7.1°C). The month records an increase in rainfall to 0.67" (17mm), indicating a gradual transition from the dry season to the wet period.
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Weather in October
October in
Ashland,
Oregon, witnesses a further drop in average high and low temperatures to 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively, signaling the deepening of the autumn season. With rainfall increasing to 1.34" (34mm), the cooler temperatures and increased precipitation provide ideal conditions for stunning fall colors.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November sees
Ashland's weather transitioning towards winter, with average high temperatures plunging to 50.9°F (10.5°C) and low temperatures dropping to 32.9°F (0.5°C). November's rainfall increases significantly to 1.97" (50mm), the second-highest rainfall event of the year.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December in
Ashland,
Oregon, brings back winter temperatures with average high temperatures dropping to 42.4°F (5.8°C) and low temperatures sinking to 28°F (-2.2°C). The city experiences the highest rainfall of the year at 3.46" (88mm), and snowfall reappears, averaging 4.17" (106mm) for the month.
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