United StatesThe weather in August in Palm Desert
It's hot in August in Palm Desert with an average temperature of 42°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 40°C to a high of 44°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 30°C.
August isn’t a good month to be in Palm Desert. The average temperature of 42°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Palm Desert, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 49°C in 2021, Palm Desert reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 35°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 2 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Palm Desert
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Palm Desert. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Palm Desert | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 42°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 44°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 11 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Palm Desert with hot temps, averaging around 43°C during the day and nights around 29°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 43°C, with nights around 29°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Palm Desert is around 43°C, while nighttime temps are about 29°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Palm Desert, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Palm Desert
Temperature in August in Palm Desert over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Palm Desert, 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Palm Desert
Total precipitation in August in Palm Desert over the years
Daily UV index in August in Palm Desert
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Palm Desert, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Palm Desert by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Palm Desert. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.