State park in California

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

🌙 98°F now🕔 9:56 PM local📅 Best: March, April, May and October

Climate in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January66°47°0,6 in★★★★
February71°52°1,0 in★★★★
March78°55°1,0 in★★★★
April82°57°0,0 in★★★★★
May91°64°0,0 in★★★★★
June103°74°0,0 in★★★★
July108°80°0,0 in★★★★
August105°79°0,6 in★★★★
September97°72°0,2 in★★★★
October89°63°0,1 in★★★★★
November74°53°0,9 in★★★★
December70°51°0,6 in★★★★

Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day120°FJul 8, 2024
Coldest night34°FJan 8, 2024
Wettest day2,0 inAug 20, 2023

How Anza-Borrego Desert State Park compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Palm Springs41 mi76°F+33°F warmer8 in
Joshua Tree National Park51 mi70°F36°F cooler5 in
San Diego County58 mi63°F43°F cooler15 in
San Diego58 mi63°F43°F cooler15 in
San Diego International Airport58 mi63°F43°F cooler15 in

Best time to visit Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Go in March, April, May and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★★
May★★★★★
June★★★★
July★★★★
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

What this means for Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Compared with normal

Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 113°F is 7.7°F above the 105°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 70°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a state park in California. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is known for desert wildflower blooms.

Right now it is 98°F (36°C) in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park with clear. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 86°F to 113°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is March, April, May and October. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 108°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 47°F.

The closest major airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN), about 58 mi away. Nearby highlights include Joshua Tree National Park, Coronado Beach, Disneyland Resort and Hollywood Sign.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 113°F is 7.7°F above the 105°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Quick facts about Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

TypeState park
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°15′20.9″N 116°24′5″W (33.2558, -116.4014)
Established1933
Known fordesert wildflower blooms
Local time9:56 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsMarch, April, May and October
ClimateHot and arid

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a state park in California. Its coordinates are 33.2558, -116.4014. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park right now?

It is currently 98°F (36°C) with clear. Humidity is 13% and wind is 6 mph.

When is the best time to visit Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

March, April, May and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in?

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:56 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

The closest airports are San Diego International Airport (SAN), 58 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 125 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 208 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park?

Popular options include Joshua Tree National Park, Coronado Beach, Disneyland Resort, Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach and Channel Islands National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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