About Rocklin
Climate & Weather
Rocklin’s climate closely tracks that of the Sacramento Metropolitan region. It is characterized by comfortable fall and spring temperatures in the 70s and warm summers. Average annual rainfall is 21 inches per year.
Air Quality
The Air Quality and Meteorological Information System (AQMIS) is a web-based source for real-time (and historical) air quality and meteorological data. AQMIS is used by state and local officials as well as the public to track air quality.
Demographics
Rocklin is a wonderful place where people can raise a family because of quality schools, abundant recreational opportunities, and the highest commitment to public safety. With a population of 69,249 (as of May 2019), Rocklin has been one of the fastest growing cities in California, with approximately 65% growth since 2000.
History of Rocklin
Founded on Granite
The City of Rocklin has a long history, but much of the growth has been within the last 30 years. Rocklin was first recognized as a destination along the transcontinental railroad in 1864, about the same time granite mining began. Rocklin was incorporated in 1893 during the heyday of railroad and granite mining activity. By 1910, 22 quarries operated in Rocklin and, in 1912, nearly 2,000 train carloads of granite were sent out of town to become part of the state capitol building and buildings in San Francisco.
Shopping and Dining
Why shop and dine in Rocklin?
A strong local economy and high quality of life in the City of
Rocklin are dependent in part upon the community’s preference to
do their shopping and dining in the City.
The goal of the shop and dine program in Rocklin is to encourage
residents to shop and dine in Rocklin. When this happens, 100% of
the City-derived sales tax stays in Rocklin, providing services
to Rocklin residents and businesses.