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UFO Sightings in California

California is a hotbed for UFO sightings, boasting a rich history of unexplained aerial phenomena. With its diverse landscapes and vibrant culture, the Golden State seems to attract more than just tourists.

16,120
Total Sightings
243
Pilot Reports
781
Physical Effects

Statistics Overview

Total Sightings16,120(100%)
Pilot Reports243(100%)
Physical Effects781(100%)
Average Credibility
6.0credibility
National Rank#1
% of All Sightings11.7%

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Cities with Most Sightings

20 cities total

Shape Distribution

All Shapes →
star
light3,268·20.3%
question
unknown2,650·16.4%
triangle
triangle1,405·8.7%
disk
disk1,335·8.3%
fire
fireball1,191·7.4%

+ 15 more shapes recorded

Sightings by Decade

Analysis

California is a hotbed for UFO sightings, boasting a rich history of unexplained aerial phenomena. With its diverse landscapes and vibrant culture, the Golden State seems to attract more than just tourists.

With 16,120 documented sightings, California ranks #1 among all locations in our database. The state has 243 sightings from aviation professionals and 781 reports involving physical effects such as vehicle interference or physiological reactions.

The most commonly reported shape is light, accounting for 20.3% of all sightings. The city with the most reports is Los Angeles with 556 documented sightings.

Quick Facts

Total Sightings
16,120
Pilot Reports
243
Physical Effects
781
Avg Credibility
6.01
Cities with 5+ Sightings
20

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