Geography of Palm Springs
Geography of Palm Springs: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Palm Springs
Joshua Tree National Park is 37 mi to the east, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is 41 mi to the south, Riverside County is 50 mi to the west and Orange County is 74 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 33°49′49.1″N 116°32′43.1″W (33.8303, -116.5453)
Quick facts about Palm Springs
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°49′49.1″N 116°32′43.1″W (33.8303, -116.5453) |
| Population | 45.000 |
| Known for | Desert resorts and midcentury design |
| Local time | 5:26 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, October, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Palm Springs is a city in California. Palm Springs is known for Desert resorts and midcentury design. It has a population of about 45.000.
Right now it is 102°F (39°C) in Palm Springs with clear. It feels like 98°F. Today runs from 89°F to 114°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Palm Springs is March, April, May, October, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. February, 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 85 mi away. Nearby highlights include Joshua Tree National Park, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort and Coronado Beach.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 114°F is 8.5°F above the 106°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 Palm Springs today at 10/10. 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 Palm Springs 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 | 67° | 47° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 72° | 52° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 80° | 57° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 84° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 93° | 67° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 103° | 78° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 108° | 83° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 106° | 82° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 97° | 75° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 90° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 74° | 54° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 52° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Palm Springs?
Palm Springs is a city in California. Its coordinates are 33.8303, -116.5453. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Palm Springs right now?
It is currently 102°F (39°C) with clear. Humidity is 13% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Palm Springs?
March, April, May, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Palm Springs, which has a hot and arid climate. February, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Palm Springs in?
Palm Springs observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 5:26 AM.
How many people live in Palm Springs?
Palm Springs has a population of approximately 45.000.
What is the nearest airport to Palm Springs?
The closest airports are San Diego International Airport (SAN), 85 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 107 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 175 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Palm Springs?
Popular options include Joshua Tree National Park, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Disneyland Resort, Coronado Beach, Hollywood Sign and Santa Monica State Beach.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 5:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
