Palm Springs weather in December (California, United States of America)
What does the weather outlook for Palm Springs look like in December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
Expect perfect weather in Palm Springs during December, which means pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. December is part of the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 20°C, cooling down at night to around 7°C. Expect mild temperatures during this month, but it stays comfortably warm and inviting. It is the coolest month of the year.
Precipitation
Palm Springs in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Historically, approximately 4 days this month are expected to have rain.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Palm Springs climate page with graphs.
Palm Springs, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
29 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Palm Springs, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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