An ethnically diverse city rich in heritage, natural beauty and commercial accomplishment, Glendale is home to nearly 200,000 people. Glendale, California is nestled in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains just north of Los Angeles and east of Pasadena. Public transportation is convenient in that Glendale Memorial is located across the street from a Metrolink train station. An exciting cosmopolitan atmosphere permeates Glendale. Community spirit is strong as residents reflect a tremendous interest in non-profit causes, city improvements and educational issues.
Neighborhoods are clean, business districts are built smartly and social amenities are abundant.
A superior quality of life in Glendale is the result of the City's focus on safety, neighborhoods, education and community involvement. The City of Glendale enjoys a mild climate with an average high temperature of 77 degrees. The average rainfall in the City is 17.82 inches per year. The prevailing daytime wind in Glendale flows from south to north, while the prevailing nighttime wind flows from north to south. During the fall and winter months the unique Santa Ana wind conditions affect the local weather and bring warm dry air from the northeast, which results in a temperate climate.