Lake Arrowhead Weather -- Climate Conditions
When considering the entire area of Southern California, Lake Arrowhead has an especially unique climate, including experiencing the weather conditions of the four distinct seasons -- spring, summer, fall, and winter.
July is the warmest month in Lake Arrowhead with average temperatures in the low 80s. Lake Arrowhead weather in the summer is usually cooler than in the valley by approximately 20 degrees. Warm and mild, but not hot, summer temperatures in Lake Arrowhead usually range between the high 60s and the low to mid 80s.
Winter in Lake Arrowhead causes temperatures to fall below freezing, but temperatures usually rise above freezing to the 30s, 40s, or even the low 50s by mid morning around 10 a.m. Lake Arrowhead weather highs during the winter months usually average in the 40s or low 50s on warmer days. The coldest month is January with the average Lake Arrowhead weather temperature ranging between 25 and 30 degrees.
The average yearly rainfall of Lake Arrowhead is around 40 to 42 inches per year, a dramatic three to four inches more than the average rainfall in the overall Southern California area. More rainfall occurs during the winter months with February being the wettest month in Lake Arrowhead, averaging 8 to 10 inches of rainfall.
Starting in November and ending in March, the average snowfall in Lake Arrowhead is approximately 80 inches.
Lake Arrowhead weather temperatures can vary greatly between day and night during the summer, as much as 25 to 30 degrees. During the winter months, Lake Arrowhead weather temperature ranges between day and night usually only 15 to 20 degrees.
The variety of Lake Arrowhead weather makes this area perfect for enjoying numerous outdoor activities. From water skiing in the summer to snow skiing in the winter, Lake Arrowhead's climate offers something for everyone.