Joshua Tree National Park in December
In December, Joshua Tree National Park averages a high of 62°F and a low of 40°F, with 0.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 337,000 people visit, the 3rd busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 9 hours 54 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 62° / 40°F
- Precipitation
- 0.6in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 54m
- Visitors
- 337,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: November (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA at -118 ft averages a December high of 69°F and a low of 38°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Twentynine Palms, CA, 16.5 miles from the park's center, 1,975 ft. Second station lower down: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA, -118 ft, 22.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 57° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Death Valley National Park | 66° / 41° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Channel Islands National Park | 66° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Sequoia National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Joshua Tree National Park on nps.gov
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