Muroc, CA
Historical community (former settlement) in Kern County, California
Muroc is a historical community (former settlement) in Kern County, California. It is 3.2 miles SW of Edwards AFB, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 93524.
Muroc at a glance
- State
- California
- County
- Kern County
- ZIP code
- 93524
- Nearest town
- Edwards AFB (3.2 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Coordinates
- 34.9231, -117.8714
Weather in Muroc now
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Muroc weather by the hour
Muroc weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Muroc.
This week in Muroc
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Muroc
What is the weather usually like in Muroc?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 97°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 32°F average low
- 5.8 inprecipitation per year · 146 mm
- 1.2 insnowfall per year · 3 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Muroc: April–May and October–November, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station MOJAVE, CA US (USC00045756), adjusted for the elevation of Muroc.
Muroc weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Muroc through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 5:04 PM | 10 h 7 min |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 11 h 0 min |
| March | 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:25 PM | 13 h 7 min |
| May | 5:46 AM | 7:49 PM | 14 h 3 min |
| June | 5:35 AM | 8:08 PM | 14 h 32 min |
| July | 5:47 AM | 8:07 PM | 14 h 19 min |
| August | 6:10 AM | 7:41 PM | 13 h 30 min |
| September | 6:33 AM | 6:59 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:17 PM | 11 h 21 min |
| November | 6:24 AM | 4:47 PM | 10 h 22 min |
| December | 6:50 AM | 4:42 PM | 9 h 52 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Los Angeles).
What is the weather like in Muroc?
Muroc has a cold desert climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 97°F (36°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 32°F (-0°C).
It gets about 5.8 inches (146 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is February and the driest is June. Snow is common: about 1 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Muroc is April–May and October–November. 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 Muroc
The closest live webcam is Rosamond › East: SR-14 : Silver Queen Road, 16.9 miles W of Muroc.
Webcams: Windy.com · Traffic cameras: Caltrans. Distances in a straight line from Muroc.
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Questions about Muroc
Where is Muroc, CA?
Muroc is a historical community (former settlement) in Kern County, California, 3.2 miles SW of Edwards AFB.
What county is Muroc in?
Muroc is in Kern County, California.
What is the ZIP code of Muroc, CA?
The ZIP code for Muroc is 93524.
What is the nearest town to Muroc?
Edwards AFB, 3.2 miles away.
Are there webcams near Muroc?
Yes. The closest is Rosamond › East: SR-14 : Silver Queen Road, 16.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Muroc?
July, with an average high of 97°F (36°C).
What is the coldest month in Muroc?
December, with an average low of 32°F (-0°C).
How much does it rain in Muroc?
About 5.8 inches (146 mm) a year; the wettest month is February.
Does it snow in Muroc?
Yes, about 1 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Muroc?
April–May and October–November, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Muroc have?
Cold desert (Köppen BWk).
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