California Disaster & Funding Calendar
When California's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (wildfire, flood, mudslide) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
California hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | June–November | ||||||||||||
| Flood | December–March | ||||||||||||
| Mudslide | November–March |
Peak windows
- Wildfire — typically June–November in California.
- Flood — typically December–March in California.
- Mudslide — typically November–March in California.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a California disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
California hazard season FAQ
When is wildfire season in California?
In California, wildfire season typically runs June–November. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is flood season in California?
In California, flood season typically runs December–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is mudslide season in California?
In California, mudslide season typically runs November–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.