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0 to 20 mphCA travel planner
Joshua Tree National Park weather and trip conditions
Desert boulder fields, night skies, cactus gardens, and long dry stretches between services.
Normal planningNo active point alert was found, but park roads and facilities can still change.
Live forecast
Next forecast periods
Mostly Clear
5 to 20 mphSunny
5 to 15 mphClear
0 to 15 mphCurrent alerts
Weather alert signal
No active NWS alert was found for this park point during the last update.
Packing signal
What to bring today
- Water, snacks, offline maps, sun protection, and a small first-aid kit.
Seasonal timing
Best time to visit
October through April is the most comfortable; summer requires very early starts and serious water planning.
Weather source station area: Coachella.
Do not miss
Popular stops
- Hidden Valley
- Keys View
- Cholla Cactus Garden
- Skull Rock
Weather and alerts come from the National Weather Service API. This page is automatically rebuilt every six hours and should be checked against official park notices before travel.