Salinas Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: CEC Climate Zone 3 (north coastal California). IECC Climate Zone 3C (marine). Salinas's Central Coast marine-influenced climate produces mild temperatures year-round — moderate cooling loads and moderate heating loads, with summer fog providing natural cooling in morning hours.

Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: California Title 24 Part 6 (2025 edition, effective January 1, 2026). ACCA Manual J required for residential HVAC sizing. City of Salinas and Monterey County enforce Title 24. The Salinas Valley's agricultural and residential growth markets are both subject to California's energy code.

Local Electric Utility: Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)

Building Department: City of Salinas Planning & Community Development Department

Local Trade Association: ACCA California / ASHRAE Monterey Bay Chapter