Geography of Joshua Tree National Park
Geography of Joshua Tree National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Joshua Tree National Park
Palm Springs is 37 mi to the west, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is 51 mi to the south-west, Riverside County is 86 mi to the west and San Diego is 108 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 33°52′24.2″N 115°54′3.6″W (33.8734, -115.901)
Quick facts about Joshua Tree National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°52′24.2″N 115°54′3.6″W (33.8734, -115.901) |
| Established | 1994 |
| Known for | desert rock formations and night skies |
| Local time | 10:50 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, June, September and October |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Joshua Tree National Park is a national park in California. Joshua Tree National Park is a US national park known for desert rock formations and night skies.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Joshua Tree National Park with overcast. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 73°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park is March, April, May, June, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 100°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
The closest major airport is San Diego International Airport (SAN), about 108 mi away. Nearby highlights include Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Coronado Beach, Disneyland Resort and Hollywood Sign.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 90°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. family time is the strongest bet in Joshua Tree National Park today at 9.6/10. 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.
Climate in Joshua Tree National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 43° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 65° | 47° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 51° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 76° | 54° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 85° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 96° | 73° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 100° | 78° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 99° | 78° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 90° | 69° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 82° | 61° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 68° | 49° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 65° | 47° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Joshua Tree National Park?
Joshua Tree National Park is a national park in California. Its coordinates are 33.8734, -115.901. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Joshua Tree National Park right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 25% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park?
March, April, May, June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Joshua Tree National Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Joshua Tree National Park in?
Joshua Tree National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:50 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Joshua Tree National Park?
The closest airports are San Diego International Airport (SAN), 108 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 144 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 158 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Joshua Tree National Park?
Popular options include Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Coronado Beach, Disneyland Resort, Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica State Beach and Las Vegas Strip.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, 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 September 20, 2026 at 10:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
