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Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve Weather

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Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve covers about 8,500 acres of grassy ridges and wooded canyons on Mount Diablo's northern foothills, just south of Pittsburg and Antioch. The East Bay Regional Park District runs it on the site of what was California's largest coal mining operation. Five towns, including Nortonville and Somersville, thrived here from the 1860s to about 1900, and sand for glassmaking was mined underground until 1949. Visitors can go underground on guided mine tours, and the hills hold the northernmost stands of Coulter pine.

53°
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Comfort Score
76(B)
Great
Typical for November · typical high 63°
Weather updated November 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM PST

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    Rain 0 in
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    62°55°
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    65
    53%
    Rain 0.31 in
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Current Conditions

Temperature
53°F
Feels like 49°F
Humidity
67%
Dew point 42°F
Wind
6 mph
NW • Gusts 7 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Mid-level clouds
Precip Chance
2%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Thermal66
Wind100
Moisture100
Precipitation100

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve weather today and through the year

It's 53°F at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve right now (feels like 49°F), with 6 mph wind and a comfort score of 76. Monday's forecast high at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve is 53°F, 12°F below the mid November normal of 65°F. The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 52°F with a 12 mph wind (comfort 56).

July is the warmest month at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, with an average high of 89°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 39°F. January is the wettest month (3.4 in.), out of about 15.8 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve are September, October, and June. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in September, noon to 3 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in June.

Black Diamond sits between two climates. To the north, the land drops to Antioch, Pittsburg and the Delta, where the afternoon wind from the Carquinez Strait arrives. To the south rise the higher slopes of Mount Diablo. The preserve's ridges are high enough to catch that westerly breeze across their open grassland, so the crests are often windy while the sheltered canyon floors bake.

Forecast updated November 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM PST. Climate figures come from NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Hourly patterns come from NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026.

What to expect at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in the next few days

No active National Weather Service alerts for this location.

Best time to go

The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 52°F with a 12 mph wind (comfort 56).

Hiking conditions

Best hiking day this week: Monday, with 9 daylight hours that are dry, 45 to 80°F, and under 18 mph wind. 4 of the next 7 days have at least 4 such hours.

Best day this week

Of the next 7 days, Friday looks best for Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, with a 59°F high and midday comfort near 77. Wednesday looks weakest (37).

Rain

Next good chance of rain: today (82%, about 0.12 in.).

Live weather map

Weather around Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve right now

Overcast and 53° at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve right now.

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About the live weather map for Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

The map centers on Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve and stacks fog, satellite clouds, and precipitation radar on one view. Clouds come from the GOES-West satellite and rain from NOAA radar, and both show current conditions. Fog comes from our HRRR-based fog model, and the slider steps through its forecast for the next 12 hours.

Dots mark nearby places with their current temperature, colored by comfort score. Use the layer buttons to turn any layer off, or open the full map for every destination in the region.

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve vs nearby places

Typical summer conditions compared with Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, from the same NOAA HRRR hourly record. The list shows the closest places, then nearby places whose climate differs the most.

Summer climate at places near Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
PlaceDistanceSummer afternoonsMorning fogAfternoon windCompared with Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Antioch4.5 mi+5°F1%10 mphabout 5°F warmer on summer afternoons and calmer summer afternoons (10 vs 14 mph)
Pittsburg4.8 mi+4°F2%10 mphcalmer summer afternoons (10 vs 14 mph) and about 4°F warmer on summer afternoons
Mount Diablo State Park6 mi-8°F4%10 mph3,064 ft higher and about 8°F cooler on summer afternoons
Redwood Regional Park19.2 mi-13°F53%10 mphmore summer morning fog (53% vs 2% of morning hours) and about 13°F cooler on summer afternoons
Montclair20.9 mi-14°F53%8 mphmore summer morning fog (53% vs 2% of morning hours) and about 14°F cooler on summer afternoons
Claremont District21.7 mi-14°F56%9 mphmore summer morning fog (56% vs 2% of morning hours) and about 14°F cooler on summer afternoons

Places with a climate like Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve's

  • Wooden Valley (32 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
  • Fairfield (22 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
  • Suisun City (22 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
61°Fforecast
4° below normal
Normal: 65°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
11.9"
1% below average
30-yr avg: 12.0"
Sunny Days
23last 28 days
2 more than baseline
Recent baseline: 21
Foggy Days
2last 28 days
vs 0 recent baseline
Foggier than usual
Avg Wind Speed
7.9 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Recent baseline: 8.4 mph
Comfort Score
8828-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 89
What the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available. Fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve weather by month

July is the warmest month at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, with an average high of 89°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 39°F. January is the wettest month (3.4 in.), out of about 15.8 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in December, when fog or low cloud covers 25% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. July has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 3% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.

By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve are September, October, and June. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in September, noon to 3 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in June.

Typical monthly weather at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve. Highs, lows, and precipitation: NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Fog, cloud, and wind: NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from September 2014 to April 2026. Comfort is the average daytime score from the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve hourly climatology.
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainRainy daysMorning fogMidday cloudAfternoon windDaylightComfort
Jan56°F40°F3.4 in822%34%8 mph9.8 h48
Feb61°F42°F2.9 in79%23%10 mph10.7 h56
Mar66°F45°F2.4 in75%27%10 mph11.9 h62
Apr70°F47°F1.1 in54%19%11 mph13.2 h73
May77°F51°F0.5 in34%13%13 mph14.2 h75
Jun84°F56°F0.1 in22%4%14 mph14.8 h82
Jul89°F59°F0.0 in03%3%14 mph14.5 h77
Aug89°F58°F0.0 in13%4%13 mph13.6 h78
Sep86°F57°F0.1 in12%7%11 mph12.3 h85
Oct77°F52°F0.7 in44%11%9 mph11.1 h83
Nov65°F45°F1.6 in511%22%7 mph10.0 h70
Dec56°F39°F3.0 in725%37%8 mph9.5 h45

Morning fog is the share of hours from 6 to 10 AM with fog or low cloud. Midday cloud is the average from 11 AM to 3 PM, and afternoon wind is the average from 1 to 5 PM. The highlighted rows are the most comfortable months.

In summer, recent daily NOAA readings at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve average about 4°F cooler than the 1991-2020 normals. The normals average over a wider area that also covers nearby terrain. Read the monthly highs as a rough range, and use the recent months below for what Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve has actually seen.

What makes Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve's weather different

Among the 58 San Francisco Bay Area parks we track, Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve has the least foggy summer mornings.

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    least foggy summer morningsamong San Francisco Bay Area parks

When the fog burns off

27%of 9 AM hours foggy in December

Fog or low cloud covers Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in 27% of 9 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 15% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. June mornings are the least foggy (2%).

When the wind picks up

5 PMwhen afternoon wind builds, April–May

From April through May, wind at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve typically builds after 5 PM. In May it peaks around 11 PM, averaging 18 mph with 68% of those hours windy, while mornings average 13 mph. Overall, July is the windiest month, peaking near 21 mph around 2 AM.

Hot hours

2 habove 85°F on a typical July afternoon

In July, the average temperature stays at or above 85°F for 2 hours a day.

Microclimate

+5°FAntioch, 4.5 mi away, on summer afternoons

Antioch, 4.5 miles away, runs about 5°F warmer than Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve on summer afternoons.

Elevation

−8°Fsummer afternoons at Mount Diablo State Park, 3,064 ft up

Mount Diablo State Park sits 3,064 ft higher, 6 miles away. Its summer highs average 8°F cooler and its winter lows 1°F milder than Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve.

Daylight

9.5–14.8 hof daylight, Dec to Jun

Days at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve range from about 9.5 hours in December to 14.8 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:31 PM, and in mid-December around 4:52 PM.

Seasons at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

  • Warm seasonJun 26 – Sep 24 · highs 85°F+

    The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jun 26 to Sep 24, when the average high is 85°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 89°F.

  • Cool seasonNov 26 – Feb 27 · highs 63°F or lower

    The cool season runs from Nov 26 to Feb 27, when the average high is 63°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Dec 8, with an average low near 39°F.

  • Rainy seasonNov 28 – Mar 21 · 69% of the year's rain

    The rainy season runs from Nov 28 to Mar 21, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 69% of the year's rain.

The dark line marks today. Season dates come from the smoothed daily NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Counting from Oct. 1, a typical year has its first inch of rain by Nov 5 and half of its annual total by Jan 24.

Days per year and extremes (Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026)

This record runs from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026. Over this record, Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve averaged 28 days a year at 90°F or hotter and no freezing nights. It averaged 10 days a year with at least half an inch of rain and 16 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 49 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.

In the same record, the hottest day was Jul 14, 2026 (97°F) and the coldest night was Feb 21, 2026 (34°F). The wettest day was Feb 18, 2026 (2.10 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 46 mph on Feb 13, 2025.

  • 28days at 90°F or hotter
  • 0nights at or below freezing
  • 10days with ½ in. of rain or more
  • 16afternoons with 20+ mph wind
  • 49mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
  • Hottest day97°FJul 14, 2026
  • Coldest night34°FFeb 21, 2026
  • Wettest day2.10 inFeb 18, 2026
  • Strongest 2 PM gust46 mphFeb 13, 2025

What shapes Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve's weather

Black Diamond's summers bring the full heat of eastern Contra Costa County. The Air District says afternoons there frequently approach triple digits. The preserve's open grass slopes have little shade outside the oak and pine woodland in the canyons. The underground Greathouse Visitor Center, dug into the hill in the 1920s, is the one place out of the sun.

Winter rain turns the hills green and the trails muddy. On calm winter nights tule fog, a thick ground fog, can form over the Delta lowlands to the north, and in December it sometimes lingers into the afternoon. Spring brings what the park district calls some of the Bay Area's most remarkable wildflower displays. The weather stays mild until the hills dry out in early summer.

Tips for visiting Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

  • Reserve the Coal Mine Experience ahead

    The underground tour runs Saturdays and Sundays year-round. Participants must be at least seven, groups are capped at 15, and advance reservations are highly recommended.

  • Time your visit to the gate hours

    Gate hours change with the season, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in spring and summer to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in late fall and winter.

  • Hike early in summer

    Eastern Contra Costa afternoons frequently approach triple digits in summer, and most trails cross open grassland.

  • Leave pets out of the mine

    Leashed dogs are allowed in the Greathouse Visitor Center but not on mine tours. Service animals are allowed on guided tours.

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve through the seasons

Spring (March–May)
Spring brings green hills, wildflowers and mild days that suit long hikes. The Stewartville backpack camp is open for spring, summer and fall stays.
Summer (June–August)
Summer is hot, dry and dusty on the trails. Plan hikes for the morning, or head underground for a mine tour.
Fall (September–November)
September is still warm, and October and November turn cooler and clearer. The grass stays dry and fire-prone until the first rains.
Winter (December–February)
Winter brings short gate hours, muddy trails after rain and cool days on the ridges, with fog on some mornings. Mine tours still run on weekends.

Activities and the weather that matters

  • Underground mine tours: The tours work in any weather and are the best option on a hot summer weekend.
  • Hiking the ridges and canyons: Hiking is best from late fall through spring. Summer afternoons are hot and exposed, and the ridges can be windy.
  • Visiting Rose Hill Cemetery: Go in the morning or on a cool day, because summer afternoons on the grassy hillside are hot.

Official sources and current conditions

Numbers on this page come from NOAA data. The text draws on the official sources linked above.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: Recent temperatures come from NOAA URMA and recent precipitation from NOAA Stage IV. Fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine come from NOAA HRRR, and long-term baselines from NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals.

Climate Overview

Based on NOAA 30-year temperature/rain normals (1991-2020) with recent fog/sun baseline

85
Avg Comfort
73.1°
Avg High
49.2°
Avg Low
77%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine (recent)9.2h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog (recent)0.9h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain15.8"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr49 (13%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr (recent)39
✨ Perfect Days (80+)564

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. May88
77.3° / 51.4° · ☀️ 12.3h
1 foggy days · 3 rainy days
2. June87
84.3° / 56.3° · ☀️ 12.9h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. July81
88.9° / 58.6° · ☀️ 12.4h
1 foggy days · 0 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December32
56.2° / 39.2° · ☀️ 4.5h
💧 3" · 7 rainy days · 15 foggy days
2. January37
55.9° / 39.5° · ☀️ 6.7h
💧 3.4" · 8 rainy days · 9 foggy days
3. February55
61° / 42.4° · ☀️ 6.8h
💧 2.9" · 7 rainy days · 5 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
November 20248058.9° / 46.4°6.5h3d1.72"19
December 20246755.2° / 45.6°4.5h11d3.78"9
January 20258155.6° / 42°7.1h2d0.09"21
February 20257757.4° / 44.6°7h2d4.74"15
March 20258458.9° / 45°9h1d1.41"22
April 20259167° / 50.1°10.1h1d0.4"27
May 20259476.1° / 56.1°12.5h0d0.17"31
June 20259381.3° / 60.1°12.9h0d0"30
July 20259281.9° / 59.7°12.6h1d0"31
August 20259287.2° / 65.6°11.5h0d0"31
September 20259181.4° / 64.1°10.1h0d0.13"27
October 20258969.6° / 55.1°7.8h0d1.64"26
November 20257359.8° / 49.5°5.7h12d2.76"15
December 20255851.3° / 43.2°4.5h19d2.87"2
January 20267055.5° / 43.8°6.3h15d3.18"11
February 20267559.5° / 46.2°6.6h7d4.9"15
March 20269573.3° / 56.7°9.8h0d0"30
April 20268665.8° / 50.4°9.1h0d3.04"21
May 20269273.4° / 55.4°12.1h1d0.39"30
June 20269380.5° / 60.6°12.8h0d0"30
July 20269185° / 64.6°12.2h0d0"31
August 20269286° / 64.5°11.3h0d0"31
September 20269579.1° / 59.9°10.4h0d0.02"30
October 20268975.3° / 58.4°8.3h2d0.39"29
Last updated: 11/9/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

92°F78°F65°F51°F37°FNov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26Sep '26Oct '26
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About the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2014-09-30 to 2026-04-30

  • Temperature: At Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, the warmest typical hour is 4 PM in July (86°F). The coldest is 7 AM in December (44°F).
  • Fog: Fog or low cloud covers Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in 27% of 9 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 15% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. June mornings are the least foggy (2%).
  • Wind: From April through May, wind at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve typically builds after 5 PM. In May it peaks around 11 PM, averaging 18 mph with 68% of those hours windy, while mornings average 13 mph. Overall, July is the windiest month, peaking near 21 mph around 2 AM.
  • Cloud Cover: July middays are the clearest at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve (3% average cloud cover), and December middays are the cloudiest (37%).
  • Solar Radiation: The strongest typical sun at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve comes at 1 PM in June, averaging 1010 W/m².
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day. Warmer colors mark the usual afternoon peaks, and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve. Darker cells mark the months and hours when fog has been most common. They help separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage. The red marker shows the current month and hour.

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How recent months compared at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

  • October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve averaged a high of 75°F, 6°F warmer than October 2025 (70°F).
  • Rain year: The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 18.8 in. of rain to Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, 119% of the 15.8 in. normal.

Location Details

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Coordinates
37.9597, -121.8647
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Elevation
785 ft
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Type
Park
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Tags
#sunny#hot#historic#hiking

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve weather questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve

What is the weather like at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve today?

It's 53°F at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve right now, with a comfort score of 76 (great). Monday's forecast high at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve is 53°F, 12°F below the mid November normal of 65°F. The best window today is 8 AM to 11 AM, at about 52°F with a 12 mph wind (comfort 56).

What is the best month to visit Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve?

By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and rain odds, the most comfortable months at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve are September, October, and June. The best hours are usually 10 AM to 1 PM in September, noon to 3 PM in October, and 9 AM to noon in June. The warm season lasts about 3 months, from Jun 26 to Sep 24, when the average high is 85°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 89°F.

What are the warmest and coldest months at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve?

July is the warmest month at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, with an average high of 89°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 39°F.

When does the fog burn off at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve?

Fog or low cloud covers Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in 27% of 9 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 15% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. June mornings are the least foggy (2%).

When is it windiest at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve?

From April through May, wind at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve typically builds after 5 PM. In May it peaks around 11 PM, averaging 18 mph with 68% of those hours windy, while mornings average 13 mph. Overall, July is the windiest month, peaking near 21 mph around 2 AM.

How much rain does Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve get?

January is the wettest month (3.4 in.), out of about 15.8 in. a year. The rainy season runs from Nov 28 to Mar 21, when a day has at least a 20% chance of measurable rain. That stretch brings 69% of the year's rain. The 2025-26 rain year (Oct. 1 to Sep. 30) brought 18.8 in. of rain to Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, 119% of the 15.8 in. normal.

How does Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve weather compare with Antioch?

Antioch, 4.5 miles away, runs about 5°F warmer than Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve on summer afternoons.

What kind of place is Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve?

Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve covers about 8,500 acres of grassy ridges and wooded canyons on Mount Diablo's northern foothills, just south of Pittsburg and Antioch. The East Bay Regional Park District runs it on the site of what was California's largest coal mining operation. Five towns, including Nortonville and Somersville, thrived here from the 1860s to about 1900, and sand for glassmaking was mined underground until 1949. Visitors can go underground on guided mine tours, and the hills hold the northernmost stands of Coulter pine.

What is Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve weather like in November?

November at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve averages a high of 65°F and a low of 45°F, with 1.6 in. of rain over about 5 rainy days. About 11% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 7 mph.

💡 Local Tip: San Francisco Bay Area weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve.

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