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Palm Springs, United States · Temperate

Palm Springs in February: go or not?

Excellent time. Palm Springs in February scores 8.4/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 33.83°N · 116.54°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Palm Springs · February
8.4
11–22°
Temperature
8%
Rain
8h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Cody Board via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in February

Even in winter, Palm Springs enjoys 22.0°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (8.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.

February ranks 6 out of 12 months in Palm Springs. Compared to January: +5°F daytime, +1.3h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-2°
Daylight
10.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Palm Springs is April (9.1/10), 0.7 pt higher than February.

See April →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Palm Springs, in California: 45,000 inhabitants 125 miles east of Los Angeles, thermal-resort station in the Sonoran desert at the foot of the San Jacinto mountains (10,800 ft). Historic haunt of Hollywood stars of the 50s-60s (Sinatra, Presley, Marilyn).

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 106°F
❄️Coolest monthDecember · 64°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 12%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location

Where is Palm Springs ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
United States
Temperate climate with a 9.1 → 2.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.83°N · 116.54°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Palm Springs?
April is the best month with 86°F highs, 61°F lows, 8.8h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days. The months of April & October offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Palm Springs get in April?
Palm Springs averages 8.8 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Palm Springs?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Palm Springs in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Palm Springs good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Palm Springs scores 5.8/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Palm Springs?
July is the most difficult month to visit Palm Springs, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Palm Springs in February?
The average UV index reaches 5 in February in Palm Springs (moderate), with about 10.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.