Orange County Weather
The OC is regularly blessed with some of Californias best weather, showering Super Cheap Car Rentals customers with endless sunlight and wonderfully warm weather. The Orange County, with its beautiful year-round orange groves and stunning beach side communities, is one of Californias year-round tourist hotspots, attraction winter snowbird travelers from across the northern states and around the world! Known for its soothing subtropical climate and outstanding seasonal splendor, the OC currently ranks as the third highest California county based on recent travel and tourism studies, nipping at the heels of the Los Angeles and San Diego communities. The Orange County provides Super Cheap customers with the perfect place to soak up some summer sweetness all year round, so why spend another dream vacation warring with the weather? Visit the shores of Orange County and rest assured that the sun will shine forever!
What to Pack
If youre planning on taking a Orange County rent-a-car vacation during the summer months (July-August), Super Cheap strongly recommends that you pack at least 4 bathing suits, as this will be your primary daily attire! Sultry heat and stunning ocean air combine to make summer in the OC absolutely outstanding, providing Orange County rent-a-car customers with unlimited sun tanning and surfing potential. This summer time heat can often becomes unbearable the farther inland you venture, so try to schedule your sightseeing time in cities like Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills and Lake Forest during either the mid-morning or the early evening. This will help you avoid the crush of heavy humidity. Afternoons should definitely be spent along the cooler coastline communities like Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. Mild temperatures and soothing sunshine also characterized the spring and fall weather patterns of the OC, providing Super Cheap travelers with the a picture perfect vacation destination. (Communities located in the more northern regions of the OC, including Fullerton, La Palma and La Habra will often be a few degrees cooler than the rest of the county so remember keep that in mind before you beginning packing your Orange County rent-a-car). Winter in the OC is normally dominated by quick, unpredictable rain showers, along with brisk ocean winds and dropping temperatures. Although the mercury never drops much below 15 degrees Celsius on average it is still a good idea to pack some heavier clothing, just incase the weather decides to take a turn for the worse. Umbrellas are also highly recommended as the winter months showcase the regions rainy season.
Protecting Yourself from the Heat
If youre planning on visiting the OC during your upcoming Super Cheap Orange County rent-a-car vacation there are a few steps you should follow in order to protect yourself from the areas outstanding heat and sultry sunshine. Travelers of all ages are encouraged to apply sunscreen liberally at least 15 minutes before venturing out into direct sunlight, and then again after participating in water-based activities. The suns UV rays are very strong in central and southern California causing an endless string of uncomfortable sunburns and less than flattering tan lines! Orange County rent-a-car travelers are also encouraged to limit their contact with the sun between the hours of 11am and 3pm, the time at which the sun is at its most powerful. Super Cheap Car Rentals also encourages all of their customers to pack plenty of water in the back of their Orange County rent-a-car to help avoid dehydration and the sudden onset of heat stroke. Many beach vendors also provide travelers with affordable refreshments, while some public beaches even provide complimentary water fountains in and around the public washroom kiosks.
To learn more about upcoming weather patterns in and around the Orange County area please feel free to visit OCs official rainfall and weather webpage at www.ocrdmd.com/rainfallandweather.asp. This website is operated and maintained by the Orange County Resources & Development Management Department, providing Super Cheap car rental customers with access to up-to-date information and useful annual reports.
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