Empire, CA
Historical community (former settlement) in Contra Costa County, California
Empire is a historical community (former settlement) in Contra Costa County, California. It is 1.9 miles SE of Antioch, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 94509.
Empire at a glance
- State
- California
- County
- Contra Costa County
- ZIP code
- 94509
- Nearest town
- Antioch (1.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Coordinates
- 38.0036, -121.8139
Weather in Empire now
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Empire weather by the hour
Empire weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Empire.
This week in Empire
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Empire
What is the weather usually like in Empire?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 40°F average low
- 12.6 inprecipitation per year · 320 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Empire: April to June and October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station ANTIOCH PUMPING PLT #3, CA US (USC00040232), adjusted for the elevation of Empire.
Empire weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Empire through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:13 PM | 9 h 52 min |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:47 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:15 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:12 PM | 14 h 17 min |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:33 PM | 14 h 50 min |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:30 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:01 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:16 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:14 AM | 6:31 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:56 PM | 10 h 9 min |
| December | 7:14 AM | 4:50 PM | 9 h 35 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Los Angeles).
What is the weather like in Empire?
Empire has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 40°F (5°C).
It gets about 12.6 inches (320 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is January and the driest is July.
The best time to visit Empire is April to June and October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Empire
The closest live webcam is Antioch › West: TV839 - SR-4 : Contra Loma Blvd - L Street, 0.5 miles SW of Empire.
Webcams: Windy.com · Traffic cameras: Caltrans. Distances in a straight line from Empire.
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Questions about Empire
Where is Empire, CA?
Empire is a historical community (former settlement) in Contra Costa County, California, 1.9 miles SE of Antioch.
What county is Empire in?
Empire is in Contra Costa County, California.
What is the ZIP code of Empire, CA?
The ZIP code for Empire is 94509.
What is the nearest town to Empire?
Antioch, 1.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Empire?
Yes. The closest is Antioch › West: TV839 - SR-4 : Contra Loma Blvd - L Street, 0.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Empire?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Empire?
January, with an average low of 40°F (5°C).
How much does it rain in Empire?
About 12.6 inches (320 mm) a year; the wettest month is January.
Does it snow in Empire?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Empire?
April to June and October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Empire have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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