Lake Riverside, CaliforniaWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Lake Riverside, California
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable; summers are hot but mornings are pleasant for walks.
Spring
March-May · 12-25°C (54-77°F)
Pleasant daytime temperatures and green urban parks-good for walking.
Summer
June-August · 25-38°C (77-100°F)
Hot and dry-mornings are more comfortable; expect local families at parks and pools.
Autumn
September-November · 18-30°C (64-86°F)
Warm days and cooler evenings-quieter than midsummer.
Weather & Climate near Lake Riverside, California
Climate
Lake Riverside, California's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 22
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 1° - 15° | 6° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 2° - 17° | 7° | 73 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 18° | 10° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 21° | 13° | 31 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 25° | 16° | 12 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 10° - 30° | 20° | 2 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 34° | 24° | 8 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 14° - 35° | 25° | 15 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 12° - 32° | 22° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 27° | 18° | 14 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 21° | 12° | 46 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 17° | 7° | 59 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Lake Riverside, California
Lake Riverside is within the city of Riverside, part of local park networks. The nearest major thoroughfares are Magnolia Avenue and Van Buren Boulevard; local buses serve the area and there is street parking nearby.
Tips for Visiting Lake Riverside, California
- The lake is in a suburban park setting-visit during off-peak weekday hours for calmer surroundings.
- Check with Riverside city parks for any scheduled events that may restrict access to parts of the lake.
- Combine a visit with a stroll along the nearby Santa Ana River trails.