Death Valley · CA · National Park

Death Valley, CADeath Valley is a national park in California. The best time to visit is generally January, February, March, November and December. It is a certified dark-sky park, prized for stargazing on clear nights.Best time to visit Death ValleyJanuary, February, March, November and December tend to bring the best balance of weather, access and conditions. Around then, daytime highs average about 49°F and overnight lows near 35°F.Weather in Death ValleySPRING is the most popular time to visit Death Valley. Warm and sunny days with the possibility of spring wildflowers is a big attraction. SUMMER starts early in Death Valley. By May the valley can be scorching hot. AUTUMN arrives in late October, with warm but pleasant temperatures and generally clear skies. WINTER has cool days, chilly nights and rarely, rainstorms. With snow capping the high peaks and low angled winter light, this season is especially beautiful for exploring the valley.Death Valley weather by month

January: average high 44°F, average low 35°F

February: average high 46°F, average low 35°F

March: average high 49°F, average low 35°F

April: average high 62°F, average low 47°F

May: average high 71°F, average low 56°F

June: average high 81°F, average low 66°F

July: average high 88°F, average low 74°F

August: average high 84°F, average low 71°F

September: average high 78°F, average low 67°F

October: average high 66°F, average low 57°F

November: average high 51°F, average low 42°F

December: average high 46°F, average low 37°F

SkywatchingDeath Valley is a certified dark-sky park. Skies are typically clearest in June, July, August, September and October.See what's in the sky this seasonKnow before you go

Entrance fee: about $30 per vehicle.

2 campgrounds in and around the park.

Campgrounds in and around Death Valley

Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping (reservable) — book on Recreation.gov

Furnace Creek Campground (reservable) — book on Recreation.gov

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