Oakland Information

Population: 399,484

Elevation: 42 feet above sea level

Land Area: 56.1 square miles

Location: Located in the northwestern portion of California,

Time Zone: Pacific Time Zone (when it's noon in Oakland, it's 2pm in Chicago and 3pm in New York City). Oakland observes Daylight Savings Time from April - October

Local Seasons:

Oakland also has near perfect weather to enjoy all of the spectacular offerings of the city. "Sunny California" applies to Oakland's climate. With the sun shining an average of 95% of the time in the summer, it's the time to experience the numerous outdoor activities available. The fall offers a chance to view Nature in transition. With the temperature dropping only slightly from the summer, visitors can enjoy the out of doors day or night. Winters are mild with the average temperature around 55 F. Snow is almost never seen, except in the higher elevations and then only briefly. Spring brings an abundance of sunshine, warmer temperatures and very low humidity. It's an ideal time for a relaxing stroll in one of the areas many excellent parks.

How to Get There:

By Air

Oakland International Airport

1 Airport Drive

Oakland, CA 94621

510-563-3300

Conveniently located to downtown, the airport is served by many of the nationally known airlines, as well as certain international, charter, local and regional carriers.

Ground Transportation

Most of the major car rental companies as well as taxi, limousine, and shuttle bus services are available at the airport as well as throughout the city.

By Car

Oakland is located across San Francisco Bay on the eastern side of the Bay Bridge. From San Francisco, follow I-80 to the Bridge. From the north and south, Oakland is accessible by way of I-880, and from the east via Highway 24.

By Train

Amtrak

245 Second Street
Oakland, CA 94607

800-USA-RAIL

By Bus

Greyhound

2103 San Pablo Avenue
Oakland, CA 94612

510-832-4730

How to Get Around:

Due to the many sites to see and attractions to experience, the best way to get around is by either personal or rental car. A car affords the visitor the opportunity to experience all that Oakland has to offer in a convenient fashion.

National Holidays:

New Year's Day, January 1

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the third Monday in January

President' Day, the third Monday in February

Memorial Day, the last Monday in May

Independence Day, July 4

Labor Day, the first Monday in September

Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and 25

New Year's Eve, December 31