
Riverside CL is a hub of activity, and you can experience it all, from scenic views to vibrant nightlife. The area is easily accessible by rail lines, with several stations nearby.
You can take the train to the Riverside CL station, which is conveniently located near the River Thames. The station is well-connected to other parts of the city, making it easy to get around.
From the moment you step off the train, you'll be surrounded by the sights and sounds of the city. The area is bustling with activity, and you'll find plenty of things to see and do.
Things to Do
Riverside is a city with a rich history, and you can experience it firsthand on the downtown walking tour, which is downloadable online or available at local museums and city hall.
The city has over 100 city landmarks that commemorate its flavorful evolution, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to learn about its past.
California Citrus State Historic Park is a must-visit to learn how citrus became king in Southern California. You can take a ranger-led tour and taste oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruit that grow on the property.
The Marketplace District is another great place to explore, with its packing houses and downtown streets lined with orange trees.
If you're looking for some outdoor adventure, head to Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park, where you can hike, bike, or horseback ride on trails of varying degrees of difficulty.
The 3.5-mile Sycamore Canyon Park Trail loop is a great place to start, with its easy accessibility and broad vistas.
Nature hikers led by the park's Nature Center are offered on the first Saturday of every month, so be sure to check the schedule if you're interested.
Riverside CL
Riverside experiences a semi-arid climate, bordering on arid, with hot, dry summers and mild, relatively wet winters. This climate is characterized by low humidity and moderate temperatures.
Normal monthly mean temperatures in Riverside range from 54.8°F (12.7°C) in December to 79.8°F (26.6°C) in August. Temperatures can drop below freezing on an average of 3.5 days annually, while reaching 100°F (37.8°C) on 21.6 days annually.
Here are the average precipitation days in Riverside: MonthAverage Precipitation DaysJanuary4.8February6.9March5.2April3.9May1.6June0.2July0.7August0.5September0.5October2.3November3.6December5.1
Rail Lines
Riverside has three Metrolink commuter rail stations: Riverside-Downtown, Riverside-La Sierra, and Riverside-Hunter Park/UCR.
The Downtown station serves the Riverside Line on weekdays and the San Bernardino Line on weekends.
The Riverside-Downtown and La Sierra stations are both served by the 91/Perris Valley and Inland Empire-Orange County lines.
The Hunter Park station is served by the 91/Perris Valley Line on weekdays only.
Amtrak's Southwest Chief, which runs from Los Angeles to Chicago, also serves the city.
Climate
Riverside experiences a semi-arid climate, bordering on an arid climate, with hot, dry summers and mild, relatively wet winters.
Normal monthly mean temperatures range from 54.8 °F (12.7 °C) in December to 79.8 °F (26.6 °C) in August.
On average, temperatures reach the freezing mark on 3.5 days annually, and 100 °F (37.8 °C) on 21.6 days annually.
Record temperatures in Riverside range from 18 °F (−7.8 °C) on January 15, 1911, up to 118 °F (47.8 °C) on July 17, 1925, June 16, 1917, and July 6, 2018.
Riverside receives 9.39 inches (239 mm) of precipitation annually, with measurable precipitation occurring on 35 days.
Almost all of the precipitation occurs between November and April, with February being the wettest month.
The wettest "rain year" was from July 1940 to June 1941 with 22.72 inches or 577.1 millimeters, and the driest from July 1960 to June 1961 with only 2.79 inches or 70.9 millimeters.
Here's a breakdown of average precipitation in Riverside by month:
Nightlife
Riverside is a great place to experience the nightlife scene. The Fox Performing Arts Center is a must-visit, a 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival theater that held the first public screening of Gone With the Wind.
For a taste of the eclectic, grab some Kung Pao Cracker Jack at The Salted Pig, a combination of fried peanuts, popcorn, and spicy garlic. They also have a great selection of craft beers.
If you're looking for a late-night snack, The Salted Pig offers a ramen special from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
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