The transition is gradual and variable. Winter season can have afternoon temperatures in the 40's and night time readings are usually in the upper 20's or lower 30's. In lower elevations and near the water, snow seldom reaches a depth in excess of six to ten inches or remains on the ground more than a few days. However, snowfall and depth on the ground increases dramatically along the slopes and tops of the mountains. Spring is mostly wet, mild and often windy.
Higher elevations are cooler with possible snow flurries.
Temperatures usually range from 35 F to 60 F. Summer is generally fair and warm. Afternoon temperatures in the warmest summer months average from 65 F to 70 F, occasionally reaching 80 F. A temperature of 85 F is considered unusually warm. Night time temperatures can drop as low as 45 F. Frequently, during the latter half of the summer and early fall, fog banks and low clouds form over the ocean and move inland at night. Fog sometimes disappears before mid-day. On most summer afternoons near the water, a moderate to cool breeze can be expected.