Pasadena

Pasadena is located 10 miles (16 kilometers) northeast of downtown Los Angeles. The city is bordered by the San Gabriel Mountains to the north and seven cities--La Canada Flintridge, South Pasadena, Arcadia, Sierra Madre, San Marino, Glendale, Los Angeles and unincorporated Altadena. The latitude is N. 34 9' and longitude is W. 118 10'. The elevation is 864 feet (263 meters) above sea level. The climate is sub-tropical and semi-arid. According to Weatherbase, the average high temperature is 75 Fahrenheit (24 Celsius) annually. The average low temperature is 48 (9 C.). The overall average temperature is 62 (17 C.). Pasadena covers approximately 22.5 square miles, with an average of ten residents per acre. As Pasadena looks toward the future it seeks to
balance growth with community needs, historic character, a diverse economic base, and a safe, healthy family community. The Colorado Street Bridge, designed in 1913 as a "work of art" and renovated in the early 90's to conform with seismic safety standards, symbolizes the commitment of Pasadena to integrate its rich cultural heritage with the challenges of the new millennium.

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