Ridge, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ridge
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Mendocino County |
| Elevation | 1,916 ft (584 m) |
Ridge is a small place in Mendocino County, California. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's not an official city or town with its own local government.
Ridge used to be known as Ridgewood Station and Ridgewood. It is located about 6 miles (or 10 kilometers) south-southeast of Willits. Ridge sits at an elevation of 1,916 feet (584 meters) above sea level. From 1904 to 1914, there was a post office in Ridgewood.
Climate
Ridge has a special kind of weather called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means the summers are warm and dry, but not extremely hot. The average temperature in the warmest month is usually below 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius).
This type of climate is also known as "Csb" on climate maps. It's part of a system called the Köppen Climate Classification. This system helps scientists describe the different climates around the world.
