Average weather for Palm Desert in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Palm Desert with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 11°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Palm Desert with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 8°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 10°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Palm Desert is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In January, there is an average of 22 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
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22°C | 5°C | |
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24°C | 11°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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22 mm | 97 mm | |
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3 days | 12 days | |
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0,2 cm | 16 cm | |
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1 day | 8 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Palm Desert?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Palm Desert. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2021, Palm Desert reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Palm Desert
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Palm Desert, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Palm Desert
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Palm Desert, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Palm Desert.
Daily Snowfall in January in Palm Desert
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Palm Desert, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in Palm Desert
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Temperature in January in Palm Desert over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Palm Desert, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Palm Desert over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Palm Desert, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Palm Desert per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Palm Desert, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Palm Desert
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Average weather in Palm Desert by month
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