Temperatures in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Joshua Tree National Park with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Joshua Tree National Park in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Joshua Tree National Park with warm temperatures, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 20°C, with nights close to 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Joshua Tree National Park will be around 19°C, with nights close to 6°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 13 mm of precipitation, spread over 2 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
The average chance of precipitation is only 8% in December.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Joshua Tree National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Joshua Tree National Park in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
20°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
22°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
13 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
2 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Joshua Tree National Park?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Joshua Tree National Park in December
With 30°C, Joshua Tree National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Joshua Tree National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Joshua Tree National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in December in Joshua Tree National Park
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Daily Precipitation in December in Joshua Tree National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Joshua Tree National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 2 days of rain in Joshua Tree National Park.
Daily UV Index in December in Joshua Tree National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Joshua Tree National Park, 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 December in Joshua Tree National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Joshua Tree National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Joshua Tree National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Joshua Tree National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Joshua Tree National Park
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Joshua Tree National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Joshua Tree National Park
The weather in December in Joshua Tree National Park is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Joshua Tree National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
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Average Weather in Joshua Tree National Park by Month
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