Palm Springs Weather in January

In Palm Springs, January brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Palm Springs in January

You can expect rain on roughly 3 days based on historical data, averaging 25 mm (1 in) for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Palm Springs in January

January in Palm Springs is generally excellent, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights settling around 8°C (46°F). January is in the winter season. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Average water temperature in January

The water is 15°C (59°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.