A guide to Temecula, California, including weather, nearby cities and towns, attractions, shops & services.

About Temecula
Home to over 265,000 residents, Temecula is a very cultural and diversified community located in the southwest corner of Riverside County in Southern California. An easy drive from Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and Palm Springs; Temecula is almost in equal distance from San Diego [60 miles] and Los Angeles [85 miles], and is close to the I-15 freeway.
Sitting at an elevation of 1,500 ft, and boasting an average rainfall of 14 inches per year, Temecula has a mild climate with summer highs of 85 degrees, very low humidity, and cool nights. It is a prime area to produce wine. Being home to 21 quality wineries, Temecula has become a popular wine tasting destination.
One of the most historic communities in Southern California, Temecula has a rich heritage that begins with the Luiseño people, who named their village ‘Temecula’, meaning “place of the sun”. Preserving Temecula’s Old West heritage, Old Town Temecula is a popular destination featuring specialty and antique shopping, art galleries, museums, restaurants and a weekly Farmer’s Market. This charming destination boasts the Old Town Community Theater, and a number of special events during the year.

Temecula features a plethora of outdoor activities to enjoy including hot air ballooning, hiking, camping, fishing, and golf. Savor first class dining, wine tasting and winery tours, spend a day antique and boutique shopping, visit museums, try your luck at the local and surrounding casinos, or take in the arts. Whether you prefer a charming bed and breakfast, family guest house, hotel, motel, golf resort, wine country resort, four-star casino resort, or even decide to camp under the stars, there are a wide array of accommodations to select from. Young or old, Temecula has something for the entire family!