Joshua Tree National Park vs Mesa Verde National Park in January

Joshua Tree National Park is the better pick in January — 83 vs 69 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Mesa Verde National Park is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Joshua Tree National Park vs Mesa Verde National ParkJanuary climate, side by side

Joshua Tree National ParkMesa Verde National Park
Comfort score83/100 (A)69/100 (C)
Feels-like high12°C0°C
Avg high / low16° / 5°4° / -7°
Rainfall19 mm38 mm
Rainy days36
Humidity46%68%
Air quality (AQI)3442

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

Joshua Tree National Park vs Mesa Verde National Park in January — FAQ

Is January better in Joshua Tree National Park or Mesa Verde National Park?
Joshua Tree National Park is the better pick in January — 83 vs 69 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Mesa Verde National Park is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Joshua Tree National Park vs Mesa Verde National Park in January?
In January, Joshua Tree National Park averages 16°C high / 5°C low with about 19 mm of rain; Mesa Verde National Park averages 4°C high / -7°C low with about 38 mm.