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Joshua Tree weather in August (California, United States of America)

Interested in knowing the climate of Joshua Tree in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Joshua Tree tends to experience extremely high temperatures and low rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 37°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Joshua Tree in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 9.7 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 3 days days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Joshua Tree. February, March, April, May, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Joshua Tree climate page with graphs.

 

Joshua Tree, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 37°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 9.7 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Camping
10/10

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