Joshua Tree National Park vs Palm Springs in December

Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs are nearly tied in December — 85 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air; Palm Springs is nice, dry, clean air.

Joshua Tree National Park vs Palm SpringsDecember climate, side by side

Joshua Tree National ParkPalm Springs
Comfort score85/100 (A)84/100 (A)
Feels-like high14°C19°C
Avg high / low17° / 5°22° / 9°
Rainfall14 mm18 mm
Rainy days22
Humidity42%44%
Air quality (AQI)3132

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

Joshua Tree National Park vs Palm Springs in December — FAQ

Is December better in Joshua Tree National Park or Palm Springs?
Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs are nearly tied in December — 85 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air; Palm Springs is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Joshua Tree National Park vs Palm Springs in December?
In December, Joshua Tree National Park averages 17°C high / 5°C low with about 14 mm of rain; Palm Springs averages 22°C high / 9°C low with about 18 mm.