Palm Desert weather
At 5:00 PM local time it was cloudy and 25°C (77°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 8 AM (6.0 mm total). Best months for weather: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Palm Desert, California, United States.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 100%
- Chance of rain
- 3%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 8 AM (6.0 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Mar–May, Oct–NovOff season Jul–Aug
About Palm Desert weather
Is it raining in Palm Desert right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 8 AM (6.0 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Palm Desert this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 20–28° and lows of 10–21°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Palm Desert lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Palm Desert?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Palm Desert weather by month
When is the best time to visit Palm Desert?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Palm Desert is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 17°C (62°F) in December to 40°C (104°F) in July.
What is the rainiest month in Palm Desert?
February is the wettest month, with about 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain on average. June is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Palm Desert?
July is the warmest, with average highs of 40°C (104°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 17°C (62°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F).
Does Palm Desert have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is February at about 39 mm (1.5 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months