Big Bend National Park vs Joshua Tree National Park in December

Big Bend National Park is the better pick in December — 90 vs 85 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air.

Big Bend National Park vs Joshua Tree National ParkDecember climate, side by side

Big Bend National ParkJoshua Tree National Park
Comfort score90/100 (S)85/100 (A)
Feels-like high14°C14°C
Avg high / low17° / 6°17° / 5°
Rainfall16 mm14 mm
Rainy days22
Humidity48%42%
Air quality (AQI)3231

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Big Bend National Park vs Joshua Tree National Park in December — FAQ

Is December better in Big Bend National Park or Joshua Tree National Park?
Big Bend National Park is the better pick in December — 90 vs 85 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Big Bend National Park vs Joshua Tree National Park in December?
In December, Big Bend National Park averages 17°C high / 6°C low with about 16 mm of rain; Joshua Tree National Park averages 17°C high / 5°C low with about 14 mm.