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When to go: Acton month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Acton are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 22–26°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), January the coldest (average low 5°C), and February the wettest (about 65 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.9 | 4.7 | 62 | 8.5 |
| February | 15.6 | 5.2 | 65 | 9.2 |
| March | 16.7 | 6.0 | 64 | 10.3 |
| April | 21.8 | 9.4 | 19 | 11.8 |
| May | 24.7 | 11.9 | 9 | 13.1 |
| June | 30.6 | 16.9 | 2 | 13.8 |
| July | 33.8 | 20.1 | 3 | 13.9 |
| August | 33.5 | 20.1 | 11 | 12.9 |
| September | 30.4 | 17.5 | 8 | 11.7 |
| October | 25.5 | 13.2 | 10 | 10.7 |
| November | 19.1 | 8.5 | 30 | 9.3 |
| December | 14.8 | 5.7 | 62 | 8.1 |
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01 · VisitVisiting Acton
Acton is a city located in the state of California, United States, with a population of 7596 residents. The city has an elevation of 826 meters and is situated at a latitude of 34.46999 and a longitude of -118.19674.
The geography of Acton is characterized by its location in the western United States, with the city being part of the California region. According to the GeoNames record for Acton, the city is an unincorporated census-designated place.
Acton's geographical features are distinct, with the city being situated near various other places called Acton around the world, including Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Acton, Tasmania, and Acton, London. The city's timezone is America/Los_Angeles, and its currency is the USD.
02 · OverviewActon, in brief
Acton is an unincorporated census‑designated place in the state of California, United States. It is situated at latitude 34.46999° N and longitude 118.19674° W, rising to an elevation of approximately 826 m above sea level.
The community lies within the Pacific Time Zone (America/Los_Angeles) and observes the standard UTC‑8 offset, shifting to UTC‑7 during daylight‑saving periods. Its geographic position places it in the interior of California, away from the coastal basin and at a height that distinguishes it from the surrounding low‑lying areas.
According to the most recent census data, Acton has a population of 7,596 residents. This modest size contributes to a low‑density settlement pattern typical of many inland Californian locales. The local economy operates using the United States dollar (USD) as its official currency.
Language use in Acton reflects a blend of cultural influences. The primary language is English (en‑US), but Spanish (es‑US), Hawaiian (haw), and French (fr) are also recognized among the community’s speakers, indicating a degree of linguistic diversity.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Latitude | 34.46999° N |
| Longitude | 118.19674° W |
| Elevation | 826 m |
| Population | 7,596 |
| Time zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Currency | USD |
| Languages | en‑US, es‑US, haw, fr |
For additional reference, see the entry for Acton on Wikipedia and the corresponding GeoNames record.
Frequently Asked Questions about Acton
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01 · Q&AWhere is Acton located and what are its coordinates?
Acton is situated in United States at geographic coordinates 34.4700, -118.1967, with an elevation of 826 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Acton?
Acton has a recorded population of approximately 7,596 and observes the America/Los_Angeles time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Acton?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Acton include EN-US, ES-US, HAW, French, with USD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Acton?
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