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It has snow on its summit because it lies at a much higher elevation that the surrounding area. Precipitation falls usually falls as snow at higher elevations even when the temperatures at the base of the mountain aren't cold enough for snow.
As a rough estimate, the temperature is 4 degrees Fahrenheit cooler for every 1000 feet of elevation gain. Therefore when you are standing in Palm Springs, at roughly 400 feet above sea level, the temperature would be about 40 degrees cooler on the summit of San Jacinto because the peak is about 10,800 feet above sea level. Usually snow will stay on the summit from late November into late May or early June depending on the snow levels for that particular year.
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San Jose CA 1962 record snow fall?
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What city in California has the best weather?
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What is a 'system' of faults as used in the phrase 'San Andreas System'?
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What is the birth name of Jacinto San Emeterio?
Jacinto San Emeterio's birth name is Jacinto Fernndez San Emeterio.
Where is the San Jacinto Museum in San Jacinto California located?
The address of the San Jacinto Museum is: 150 1/2 S Dillon Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583
What is the phone number of the San Jacinto Museum in San Jacinto California?
The phone number of the San Jacinto Museum is: 951-654-4952.
Where is the San Jacinto Valley Museum Assoc Inc in San Jacinto California located?
The address of the San Jacinto Valley Museum Assoc Inc is: Po Box 992, San Jacinto, CA 92581
What is San Jacinto Tlacotepec's population?
The population of San Jacinto Tlacotepec is 2,145.
When was San Jacinto Building created?
San Jacinto Building was created in 1922.
When was San Jacinto College created?
San Jacinto College was created in 1961.
What is San Jacinto Amilpas's population?
San Jacinto Amilpas's population is 10,100.
What is the phone number of the San Jacinto Branch Library in San Jacinto?
The phone number of the San Jacinto Branch Library is: 951-654-8635.
What is the phone number of the San Jacinto Municipal Museum in San Jacinto California?
The phone number of the San Jacinto Municipal Museum is: 951-654-4952.
What is San Jacinto College's motto?
The motto of San Jacinto College is 'Your Goals, Your College'.
Which battle led to Mexico signing a treaty that gave Texas independence?
It was the battle of Alamo and the battle of San Jacinto.
