Heat Advisory
* WHAT...High temperatures mostly in the mid 80s to upper 90s below
6500 feet expected.
* WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Extreme Heat Warning
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 108 to
114 expected.
* WHERE...Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San
Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme…
Tomorrow in Palm Springs looks
sunny, with a high of 106°
and an overnight low of 71°.
Rain is unlikely (1% chance).
Winds top out near 10 mph,
and the UV index reaches 11 (very high).
Palm Springs has a hot desert climate, marked by intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain. Average daytime highs range from about 66°F (19°C) in January to around 106°F (41°C) in July, and the city records roughly 20 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Palm Springs weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 106°F (41°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 66°F (19°C)
Record high: 120°F (49°C) · Record low: 31°F (-1°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: January (4 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.7 h sun/day)
Climate type:hot desert - intense summer heat, mild winters and very little rain
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 106°F (41°C) and overnight lows stay near 83°F (28°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 66°F (19°C) and lows around 49°F (10°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 120°F (49°C) and dropped as low as 31°F (-1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 1.8 inches (47 mm) of rain over 4 days, while June is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.7 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Palm Springs runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 60°F (16°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Palm Springs brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 104°F (40°C) and nights around 80°F (27°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Palm Springs runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (30°C) and nights around 65°F (18°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Palm Springs is mild, with daytime highs averaging 67°F (20°C) and nights around 50°F (10°C); rain falls on about 10 days over the three months.
Average temperatures in Palm Springs by month
Monthly averages for Palm Springs based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Palm Springs, with average highs of 106°F (41°C) and overnight lows near 83°F (28°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 120°F (49°C).
What is the coldest month in Palm Springs?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and lows around 49°F (10°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 31°F (-1°C).
What is the rainiest month in Palm Springs?
January is typically the wettest month, averaging 1.8 inches (47 mm) of precipitation across about 4 days. June is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Palm Springs?
Snow is essentially absent in Palm Springs - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Palm Springs?
The best time to visit Palm Springs is generally November to March, when temperatures are at their most comfortable before or after the peak heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 70°F (21°C).
How sunny is Palm Springs?
Palm Springs averages 11.3 hours of sunshine per day across the year. June is the sunniest month at about 13.7 hours of sun a day.
Is Palm Springs humid?
Relative humidity in Palm Springs averages about 30% over the year, which feels dry. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.