Eureka is the county seat and principal city in Humboldt County, California. Situated along the spectacular Northern California coastline 280 miles north of San Francisco, the City of Eureka is one of California’s best kept secrets. The city is bordered on one side by beautiful and functional Humboldt Bay, and on the other by mountains lush with giant redwoods which offer a reminder of the area’s rich logging heritage.
A variety of cultural opportunities are available in Eureka, including active artisan, arts, and theater groups. Outdoor recreation is abundant with activities such as boating, sport fishing, kayaking, hunting, birding and backpacking all available close by.
The city, a major player in the historic west lumber trade, is the site of hundreds of victorian homes, including the Carson Mansion. This architecturally and historically significant coastal city serves as the regional center for government, health care, trade, and the arts for the far North Coast of California.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2008: $283,956
Demographics
Population in July 2008: 25,300. Eureka covers 9.45 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 44 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 95501, 95502, 95503 - Area code: 707
Weather
Eureka, CA climate is cool during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 50's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 63.90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 40.60 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 11 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 14 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Eureka is 38.10 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is December with an average rainfall of 6.35 Inches.
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