Dark-sky destination

Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree, California, United States

Best timeMar–Apr & Oct–Nov

Set inJoshua Tree, California, United States

In season~73°F high

Climate41–100°F

Nearest airportPSP

CurrencyUSD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Joshua Tree

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sunny share of daylightSep · 84%

WarmestJul · 100°F

WettestJan

Best windowMar–Apr & Oct–Nov

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The town at the park gate, where monzogranite boulders and very dark skies draw climbers and stargazers.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Under the stars

A certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.

Pairs well with

Downtown Palm Springs

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Palm Springs Art Museum

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Joshua Tree?

The best time to visit Joshua Tree is March–April & October–November, in Joshua Tree, California, United States.

Where is Joshua Tree?

Joshua Tree is in Joshua Tree, California, United States. The nearest major airport is PSP.

What is Joshua Tree known for?

The town at the park gate, where monzogranite boulders and very dark skies draw climbers and stargazers.

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