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Temecula, known as Southern California Wine Country, has award winning schools, higher educational opportunities, vast array of parks and trails, diverse shopping/dining options and beautiful residential neighborhoods. Temecula remains a premier city within Southwest Riverside County with all the amenities of city life while still maintaining its small town atmosphere that its residents value so highly.
Temecula is ranked one of America's safest cities (per FBI statistics)
One of only 12 cities in California to receive an "A" in air quality
Temecula Unified School District test scores rank in the top 20% of California
Rated one of 60 least expensive cities to operate a business in the US (per Kosmont-Rose Institute)
One of 20 least expensive cities to do business in California (per Kosmont-Rose Institute)
One of top 4 least expensive cities to do business in Riverside County (per Kosmont-Rose Institute
With a population of approximately 106,000 based on 2014 statistics Temecula is centrally located between Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. It is adjacent to the northern boundary of San Diego County and eastern boundary of Orange County, and is just 25 miles from the Pacific Ocean. The Temecula Valley has ideal weather conditions, with clear skies, relatively no smog and cool breezes all caused by the divide in the Santa Margarita Mountain Range called the Rainbow Gap. These breezes allow the cool air from the Pacific Ocean to move through the Temecula Valley on its way to the high pressure zone in the Palm Springs desert.
Temecula
60 miles from downtown San Diego
85 miles southeast of Los Angeles
40 miles south of Riverside/Inland Empire
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Southwest California?
For those of you that retire in Southwest California, you will have pleasant temperatures year-round.
Winter temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a few days of rain.
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Southwest California such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Expect a few days above 90°. Expect a few days of rain.
Summertime in Southwest California is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings.
If you retire in Southwest California, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Expect some days above 90°.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
41
F°
54
F°
67
F°
Feb
42
F°
55
F°
68
F°
Mar
44
F°
58
F°
71
F°
Apr
47
F°
61
F°
75
F°
May
52
F°
67
F°
81
F°
Jun
55
F°
72
F°
88
F°
Jul
60
F°
77
F°
94
F°
Aug
61
F°
79
F°
96
F°
Sep
59
F°
76
F°
92
F°
Oct
53
F°
68
F°
83
F°
Nov
45
F°
60
F°
74
F°
Dec
39
F°
53
F°
67
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
4
0
Feb
0
2
0
Mar
0
1
0
Apr
3
0
0
May
6
0
0
Jun
13
0
0
Jul
21
0
0
Aug
23
0
0
Sep
18
0
0
Oct
7
0
0
Nov
1
2
0
Dec
0
5
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
3
"
5
34
%
Feb
3
"
6
37
%
Mar
2
"
5
42
%
Apr
1
"
3
44
%
May
0
"
1
50
%
Jun
0
"
0
54
%
Jul
0
"
1
56
%
Aug
0
"
1
56
%
Sep
0
"
1
53
%
Oct
1
"
2
46
%
Nov
1
"
3
37
%
Dec
2
"
4
33
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
0
"
0
0
Feb
0
"
0
0
Mar
0
"
0
0
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
0
"
0
0
Dec
0
"
0
0
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
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Southwest California
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Senior Assistance in
Southwest California
Southwest California offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
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