Park climate1991–2020 climate normals924 m source elevationNASA POWER

Examine long-term temperature, precipitation, and daylight cycles throughout the year

Joshua Tree National Park Annual Climate Patterns and Monthly Weather Averages

Name: Joshua Tree National Park monthly climate normals
Creator: NASA POWER

These monthly climate averages for Joshua Tree National Park reflect long-term atmospheric patterns recorded between 1991 and 2020. Data points for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight are derived from a single representative coordinate at an elevation of 923.95 meters, providing a consistent reference for understanding the annual climate rhythm rather than current weather conditions.

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Annual climate pattern

Analyzing the annual cycle of temperature extremes and average daily precipitation

Joshua Tree National Park Monthly Temperature and Weather Patterns

Long-term monthly means in Joshua Tree National Park peak in July at 29.45 °C with average maximums up to 42.2 °C, whereas December means decrease to 7.64 °C. Average daily precipitation rates range from 1.07 mm/day in February to 0.04 mm/day in June, representing baseline climatology at a representative park elevation of 923.95 meters.

Mean temperatureAverage minimum–maximum rangePrecipitation

Annual mean: 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July
Coolest month: December
Wettest month: February

Twelve-month climate

Compare average temperatures, daily precipitation rates, and calculated daylight across twelve months

Joshua Tree National Park Monthly Climate and Weather by Month Analysis

Analyzing the twelve monthly climate records for Joshua Tree National Park reveals distinct seasonal shifts in average minimum, mean, and maximum temperatures based on thirty years of observations. Comparing the monthly averages alongside daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speed, and calculated average daylight hours at a representative coordinate highlights the annual patterns of the desert.

	Mean temperature	Precipitation	Humidity	Wind speed	Daylight
January	8.2 °C-2.4° to 22.1°	1 mm/day	50.5%	3.2 m/s	10 hours
February	9.4 °C-1.8° to 23.5°	1.1 mm/day	51.1%	3.3 m/s	10.8 hours
March	12.4 °C-0.5° to 27.5°	0.6 mm/day	47.1%	3.6 m/s	11.8 hours
April	15.5 °C2° to 32°	0.2 mm/day	40.8%	4.1 m/s	12.9 hours
May	20.4 °C5.9° to 36.1°	0.1 mm/day	35.5%	4 m/s	13.8 hours
June	25.8 °C9.7° to 40.6°	0 mm/day	25.8%	3.9 m/s	14.2 hours
July	29.5 °C16° to 42.2°	0.3 mm/day	26.2%	3.4 m/s	14 hours
August	29.1 °C15.7° to 41.3°	0.3 mm/day	26.9%	3.1 m/s	13.2 hours
September	25.4 °C11.1° to 38.4°	0.3 mm/day	30%	3.1 m/s	12.2 hours
October	18.8 °C5.5° to 33.7°	0.2 mm/day	33.5%	3.2 m/s	11.1 hours
November	12.4 °C0.2° to 27.3°	0.3 mm/day	39.3%	3.1 m/s	10.2 hours
December	7.6 °C-2.9° to 22.3°	0.7 mm/day	47.9%	3.2 m/s	9.8 hours

Calculated climate highlights

Comparing warmest, coolest, wettest, and driest months using thirty-year climatology averages.

Joshua Tree National Park Monthly Climate Highlights and Calculated Seasonal Contrasts

Analysis of long-term climatology data at a representative elevation reveals the calculated warmest, coolest, wettest, and driest months across the Joshua Tree National Park landscape. Comparing monthly averages clarifies the annual cycle of temperature, wind, humidity, and daylight duration without representing extreme weather records.

Warmest month: July29.5 °C
Coolest month: December7.6 °C
Wettest month: February1.1 mm/day
Driest month: June0 mm/day
Most humid month: February51.1%
Windiest month: April4.1 m/s
Longest daylight: June14.2 hours

Interactive climate map

Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map

Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.

Global National Park Climate Map

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Compare Monthly Climate Profiles of Joshua Tree National Park and Other Protected Landscapes

Transitioning from Joshua Tree National Park to other protected landscapes across the region facilitates broad geographic discovery. Standardized monthly profiles show how temperature patterns, precipitation rhythms, humidity levels, wind speeds, and daylight hours vary across different terrains.