Town in California, United States
Palm Springs weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Palm Springs
Nov–Apr is warm and sunny; Coachella and Stagecoach in April fill hotels. Jun–Sep reaches 40–45°C; many places close and prices drop.
Palm Springs weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan20°23 mm
- Feb21°23 mm
- Mar25°10 mm
- Apr29°6 mm
- May34°2 mm
- Jun40°0 mm
- Jul43°9 mm
- Aug42°8 mm
- Sep38°6 mm
- Oct31°8 mm
- Nov24°10 mm
- Dec19°22 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C67°F | 7°C45°F | 23 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| February | 21°C70°F | 8°C46°F | 23 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| March | 25°C77°F | 11°C51°F | 10 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C84°F | 13°C55°F | 6 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| May | 34°C94°F | 17°C63°F | 2 mm | 34% | Hot |
| June | 40°C105°F | 22°C72°F | 0 mm | 24% | Very hot |
| July | 43°C109°F | 27°C81°F | 9 mm | 26% | Very hot |
| August | 42°C107°F | 27°C80°F | 8 mm | 26% | Very hot |
| September | 38°C101°F | 23°C74°F | 6 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| October | 31°C88°F | 17°C62°F | 8 mm | 33% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C76°F | 11°C53°F | 10 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| December | 19°C66°F | 7°C44°F | 22 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Palm Springs | Nov–Apr | Jul (43°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Palm Springs?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is warm and sunny; Coachella and Stagecoach in April fill hotels. Jun–Sep reaches 40–45°C; many places close and prices drop.
When is the rainy season in Palm Springs?
Rain peaks in January with about 23 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Palm Springs?
July, with average highs of 43°C (109°F).
How cold does Palm Springs get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- SunLine Transit Agency
- City of Palm Springs
- Visit Greater Palm Springs
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.