| Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
 | | Valley Springs, CA Climate Summary General Climate     •   Valley Springs has a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.•   The average annual temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
 •   The average annual precipitation is 24.8 inches (630 mm).
 Summer     •   The average summer temperature is 75.2°F (24°C).•   The average high temperature in July is 92.6°F (33.7°C).
 •   The average low temperature in July is 57.7°F (14.3°C).
 •   The average summer precipitation is 0.6 inches (15 mm).
 Winter     •   The average winter temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).•   The average high temperature in January is 53.7°F (12.1°C).
 •   The average low temperature in January is 38.1°F (3.4°C).
 •   The average winter precipitation is 15.2 inches (386 mm).
 Spring     •   The average spring temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).•   The average high temperature in April is 68.8°F (20.4°C).
 •   The average low temperature in April is 46.6°F (8.1°C).
 •   The average spring precipitation is 6.3 inches (160 mm).
 Fall     •   The average fall temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).•   The average high temperature in October is 75.2°F (24°C).
 •   The average low temperature in October is 40.3°F (4.6°C).
 •   The average fall precipitation is 2.7 inches (69 mm).
 Climate Extremes     •   The record high temperature is 115°F (46.1°C), set on July 24, 2006.•   The record low temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C), set on December 22, 1990.
 •   The wettest year on record was 1983, with 47.26 inches (1,200 mm) of precipitation.
 •   The driest year on record was 1976, with 8.66 inches (220 mm) of precipitation.
 Climate Change     •   The climate of Valley Springs is changing, as it is in the rest of the world.•   The average annual temperature has increased by about 1°F (0.6°C) since the late 19th century.
 •   The average annual precipitation has decreased by about 2 inches (50 mm) since the late 19th century.
 •   These trends are expected to continue in the future, with the climate of Valley Springs becoming warmer and drier.
 Climate Impacts     •   The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Valley Springs, including:•   More extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and floods.
 •   Changes in plant and animal life.
 •   Increased risk of wildfires.
 •   Changes in water availability.
 Adaptation and Mitigation     •   The community of Valley Springs is taking steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including:•   Developing plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
 •   Investing in renewable energy sources.
 •   Improving water conservation efforts.
 •   Planting trees and other vegetation to help cool the community.
 •   Educating the public about climate change and its impacts.
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 | Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
 Tourist Attractions| | Valley Springs, CA, a town nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, boasts a rich natural history and intriguing personalities. Natural HistoryFossilized Marine Life: The area was once a shallow sea, leaving behind a trove of fossilized marine creatures, including clams, snails, and even a fossilized whale vertebra.Unique Flora: Valley Springs is home to the rare and endangered Valley Oak, a majestic tree with a distinctive gnarled trunk.Abundant Wildlife: The town's oak woodlands and riparian areas provide habitat for a variety of wildlife, including deer, bobcats, and over 150 bird species. ScienceAstronomical Observatory: The town is home to the Chabot Space & Science Center's Valley Springs Observatory, offering public stargazing and educational programs.Groundwater Research: Valley Springs is a key site for groundwater research due to its complex aquifer system and the town's reliance on groundwater for drinking water. PersonalitiesMary Austin Holley: A prominent 19th-century author and social reformer, Holley lived in Valley Springs and wrote about the area's natural beauty and frontier spirit.John Muir: The renowned naturalist and conservationist visited Valley Springs in 1874 and was impressed by its pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife. | 
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