Applegate, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Applegate, California
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| Nickname(s):
"the Sierran Tiara'
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 Applegate, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Placer |
| Elevation | 2,005 ft (611 m) |
| ZIP Code |
95703
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2582951 |
Applegate is a small, unincorporated community located in Placer County, California. An "unincorporated community" means it's a recognized place but doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Applegate is nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills. It sits about 2,005 feet (611 meters) above sea level. Its ZIP code is 95703, and its area code 530 is 530.
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The Story of Applegate
How Applegate Got Its Name
Applegate was first settled in 1849 by a man named Lisbon Applegate. He came to California from Missouri with his son, George. The Applegate family bought land near a place called Clipper Gap and started a fruit farm. The main house of their farm was where a gas station and bar are today. Lisbon Applegate eventually went back to Missouri, but his son, George W. Applegate, stayed in California.
Early Names of the Community
As the community grew, it was first called "Bear River House." This name came from its closeness to the Bear River, which is a short distance away. When a post office was opened in 1855, the community officially became known as "Lisbon." This was done to honor its founder, Lisbon Applegate. George W. Applegate became the postmaster. In the 1870s, the settlement was renamed "Applegate," also to honor its founder.
Applegate and the Railroad
At one time, Applegate was a stop on the Central Pacific Railroad. This railroad later became known as the Southern Pacific. In 1929, a second track was added. The station on the eastbound track was then named East Applegate. The two tracks are separated by about 0.25 miles (0.4 kilometers).
Unique Features of Applegate
Applegate is the only known place in Northern California where the Ladyfoot Trumpet flower grows wild. Some people believe that its seeds were left here long ago. They think this happened when the Lemurians passed through on their way to Mount Shasta.
Climate in Applegate
Applegate has a Mediterranean climate. This type of climate is known for its cool, wet winters. It also has hot, dry summers. This is similar to the climate found around the Mediterranean Sea.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 77 (25) |
80 (27) |
85 (29) |
91 (33) |
102 (39) |
111 (44) |
113 (45) |
112 (44) |
106 (41) |
101 (38) |
87 (31) |
75 (24) |
113 (45) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 53 (12) |
60 (16) |
64 (18) |
70 (21) |
80 (27) |
89 (32) |
94 (34) |
92 (33) |
87 (31) |
77 (25) |
62 (17) |
53 (12) |
73 (23) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 46 (8) |
51 (11) |
54 (12) |
59 (15) |
67 (19) |
74 (23) |
79 (26) |
77 (25) |
73 (23) |
64 (18) |
53 (12) |
46 (8) |
62 (17) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 38 (3) |
42 (6) |
44 (7) |
47 (8) |
53 (12) |
60 (16) |
63 (17) |
62 (17) |
58 (14) |
51 (11) |
44 (7) |
39 (4) |
50 (10) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 22 (−6) |
21 (−6) |
26 (−3) |
34 (1) |
37 (3) |
46 (8) |
50 (10) |
49 (9) |
42 (6) |
35 (2) |
27 (−3) |
20 (−7) |
20 (−7) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 4.10 (104) |
3.35 (85) |
3.21 (82) |
1.70 (43) |
0.50 (13) |
0.21 (5.3) |
0.07 (1.8) |
0.10 (2.5) |
0.46 (12) |
1.37 (35) |
3.93 (100) |
3.03 (77) |
18.32 (465) |
| Source: http://www.myforecast.com/bin/climate.m?city=513677&metric=false | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Applegate (California) para niños
