What’s the climate like in Joshua Tree National Park?
The current climate of Joshua Tree National Park features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 42°C during the day to lows of 20°C. 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.
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.
On average, Joshua Tree National Park receives 87 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 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 good 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.
Climate Table of Joshua Tree National Park
The climate table of Joshua Tree National Park shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation 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 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 32°C
- Highest temperature: 42°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 20°C in December
- Precipitation: 87 mm per year
- Driest months: 0,2 mm in June, 1,4 mm in May and 3,3 mm in April
- Wettest months: 15 mm in January, 13 mm in December and 11 mm in October
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Weather experiences in Joshua Tree National Park
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Around 27 degrees celcius during the day. In this dry enviro... more
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Average Temperature per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
This graph shows how much precipitation Joshua Tree National Park, California, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Joshua Tree National Park
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Joshua Tree National Park
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Joshua Tree National Park, California. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Joshua Tree National Park
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Joshua Tree National Park, California, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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.
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Around 27 degrees celcius during the day. In this dry environment with few shaded areas, this is really hot. The evenings and nights cool down considerably again.— This text is automatically translated to English
Moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C and cool evenings made the area ideal for an active holiday. Although the wind blew occasionally, the skies remained mostly clear and sunny.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although the evenings were a bit cooler, it was generally a good time to visit. Beware of sudden weather changes.— This text is automatically translated to English
During 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Daytime temperatures can reach 20°C, which is ideal for hiking. However, as night temperatures drop significantly, warm clothing is required. I also saw a beautiful starry sky!— This text is automatically translated to English
Daytime 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were sometimes unbearable, but the nights were clear and perfect for stargazing. Make sure you have enough water!— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day the temperature reaches around 30 degrees Celsius and after sunset it cools down to a pleasant temperature. Apart from occasional strong winds, it is ideal for outdoor lovers.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
