Late winter · Weather & things to do
Joshua Tree in February
Joshua Tree warms up: highs climb to 63°F (17°C), from 59°F in January, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
At 95/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (15 mm)
- Humidity
- 42%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What February feels like
Days are mild at around 63°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (25°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
Plan around February
February is one of Joshua Tree's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 88/100 in January to 95/100.
- February sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 38°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Joshua Tree in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Joshua Tree National Park
Granite boulder piles and Joshua trees across two deserts.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Oct–Apr.
Cholla Cactus Garden
Dense stand of teddy-bear cholla on a short boardwalk.
Why now February scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Ryan Mountain Trail
3-mile round trip climb to 360° views over the park.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pappy & Harriet's
Pioneertown barbecue joint and live music venue in an old Western set.
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
1-mile loop through a boulder-ringed valley once used by cattle rustlers.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Palm Springs in February~37 mi · highs 70°F, 0.9 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- La Jolla in February~107 mi · highs 62°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in February~108 mi · highs 67°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Pasadena in February~130 mi · highs 65°F, 3.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~541 m to Joshua Tree's ~797 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Joshua Tree in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Joshua Tree?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain. February is inside the Oct – Apr window our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends.
How cold is Joshua Tree in February?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Joshua Tree in February?
Not much: about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.8 in (97 mm).
What should I pack for Joshua Tree in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 38°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Joshua Tree
Routes in season in February
- Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Oct – Apr
Planning Joshua Tree in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.