What is today's weather forecast for Cottonwood, CA?

Today's forecast for Cottonwood shows a low of 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a steady temperature around 45.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Cottonwood, CA?

The 7-day forecast for Cottonwood shows highs from 59 to 67 degrees and lows from 37 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 1 day with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Cottonwood, CA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Cottonwood this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (50% chance).

How accurate is the Cottonwood weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Cottonwood forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Cottonwood, CA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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52°F
Feels Like 52°F

Humidity 54% Dew Point 36°F Wind NNW 8 MPH Gusts 13 Barometer N/A

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 1.7 mi. WNW of central Cottonwood
at 10:10 PM Tue, Dec 2, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 59°F to 67°F. Mostly dry conditions with only one day showing rain chances.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 9°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 54°F with lows around 38°F.

This Date in Weather History

1896 - Early season snow and ice storm struck the southeastern U.S. Eleven inches of snow fell at Charlotte, NC, and 6 inches at Atlanta, GA.

Cottonwood, CA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Tuesday Dec 2

Night: Mostly clear, with a steady temperature around 45. North wind around 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Wednesday Dec 3

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. North wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. North wind 3 to 6 mph.

Thursday Dec 4

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. Calm wind.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Calm wind.

Friday Dec 5

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 43.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: A slight chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 60.

Night: A slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 43.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65.

About Cottonwood, CA

Cottonwood is a census-designated place (CDP) in Shasta County, California, United States. Its population is 6,268 as of the 2020 census, up from 3,316 from the 2010 census. Cottonwood was a stagecoach town where a settlement was established in 1849. The first Post Office was opened in 1852. Cottonwood is equidistant between Redding and Red Bluff, 15 miles (24 km) in either direction. It is 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Anderson.

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