Climate
Palm Desert weather by month
Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.
Average temperatures
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best time to visit: March, November, December, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F | 48°F | 1.1 in | 3 |
| February | 74°F | 50°F | 1.1 in | 3 |
| March | 81°F | 54°F | 0.50 in | 2 |
| April | 87°F | 59°F | 0.10 in | 1 |
| May | 95°F | 66°F | 0.00 in | 1 |
| June | 104°F | 73°F | 0.00 in | 0 |
| July | 109°F | 79°F | 0.20 in | 1 |
| August | 108°F | 80°F | 0.10 in | 1 |
| September | 102°F | 74°F | 0.20 in | 1 |
| October | 91°F | 65°F | 0.20 in | 1 |
| November | 79°F | 53°F | 0.20 in | 1 |
| December | 69°F | 46°F | 0.70 in | 3 |
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Palm Springs Rgnl Ap, Ca Us (10.5 mi away, 421 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.
Questions
What is the hottest month in Palm Desert?
July, with an average high of 109°F and low of 79°F.
What is the coldest month in Palm Desert?
December, with an average low of 46°F and high of 69°F.
When does it rain most in Palm Desert?
January is the wettest month, averaging 1.1 in of precipitation; the year totals about 4.4 inches.
What is the best time to visit Palm Desert?
For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, March, November, December.
Where do these numbers come from?
NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the Palm Springs Rgnl Ap weather station, 10.5 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.