Palm Springs Weather Forecast
Palm Springs weather: 96°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Palm Springs weather in October
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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).
Best time to visit Palm Springs
Go in March, April, May, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Palm Springs compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Palm Springs.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Tree National Park | 37 mi | 70°F | 38°F cooler | 5 in |
| Anza-Borrego Desert State Park | 41 mi | 74°F | 33°F cooler | 5 in |
| Riverside County | 50 mi | 66°F | 41°F cooler | 15 in |
| Orange County | 74 mi | 64°F | 44°F cooler | 16 in |
| Disneyland Resort | 79 mi | 65°F | 43°F cooler | 20 in |
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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 96°F (36°C) with clear. Humidity is 19% and wind is 5 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 11:00 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 11:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
