United StatesThe climate of Joshua Tree National Park
The current climate in Joshua Tree National Park features temperatures ranging from a high of 42°C to a low of 20°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 27°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Joshua Tree National Park, California.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Joshua Tree National Park in recent years was 49°C in July 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 8°C in December 2014.
Rainfall amount
On average, Joshua Tree National Park receives 87 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park?
The best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park for sunny weather is January through May and October through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Joshua Tree National Park. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Joshua Tree National Park
The climate table of Joshua Tree National Park shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 21 | 23 | 26 | 31 | 34 | 40 | 42 | 41 | 38 | 32 | 25 | 20 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 7 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 24 | 28 | 27 | 23 | 17 | 10 | 6 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 15 | 8,2 | 8,8 | 3,3 | 1,4 | 0,2 | 6,6 | 8,1 | 7,7 | 11 | 3,5 | 13 |
| UV Index | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
Yearly Temperature in Joshua Tree National Park
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Joshua Tree National Park, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
Total Yearly Precipitation in Joshua Tree National Park
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
Weather experiences in Joshua Tree National Park
The weather in Joshua Tree National Park is rated an average of 3,9 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Joshua Tree National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Nelleke
About 27 degrees celcius during the day. In this dry environment with few shaded areas, this is really quite warm. The evenings and nights cool down quite a bit again.
ArendModerate daytime temperatures around 15°C and cool evenings made the area ideal for an active vacation. Although the wind blew occasionally, the skies remained mostly clear and sunny.
Timo ÇalişkanAlthough the evenings were cooler, it was generally a good time to visit. Beware of sudden weather changes.
LivDuring the day, the temperature rises slightly to 40 degrees Celsius. Although the blue sky is beautiful, the scorching heat makes long walks difficult. At night it cools down considerably, which is a welcome change.
RalfDaytime temperatures can reach 20°C, which is ideal for hiking. However, since night temperatures drop significantly, warm clothing is required. I also saw a beautiful starry sky!
Lars van der SteegDaytime temperatures were around 20 degrees Celsius, which was ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. It got considerably colder at night. It was dry and sunny, but remember to bring warm clothes for the evening.
Isa WilmsenThe day was unbearable at times, but the nights were clear and perfect for stargazing. Make sure you have plenty of water!
VincentDuring the day the temperature reaches about 30 degrees Celsius and after sunset it cools down to a pleasant temperature. Apart from occasional strong winds, it is ideal for outdoor lovers.
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Average weather in Joshua Tree National Park by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Joshua Tree National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.