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Joshua Tree in July
Joshua Tree's warmest month brings highs averaging 102°F (39°C), lows of 75°F (24°C) and about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 24%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 102°F (39°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 75°F (24°C), about 15°C (27°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 24%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.4 in (9 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 27%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January – April and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from June (60 → 60/100).
- Our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends Oct – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 75°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Joshua Tree in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
1-mile loop through a boulder-ringed valley once used by cattle rustlers.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Keys View
Lookout over the Coachella Valley and the San Andreas Fault.
Why now Highs near 102°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Crossroads Cafe
Joshua Tree's go-to diner for breakfast before hiking.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Pappy & Harriet's
Pioneertown barbecue joint and live music venue in an old Western set.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Joshua Tree National Park
Granite boulder piles and Joshua trees across two deserts.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 102°F.
Nearby in July
- Palm Springs in July~37 mi · highs 109°F, 0.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- La Jolla in July~107 mi · highs 74°F, 0.2 in rain · 15°C (28°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in July~108 mi · highs 88°F, 0.2 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in July~130 mi · highs 87°F, 0.1 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Joshua Tree?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are January – April and October & November. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. Our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends Oct – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Joshua Tree in July?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Joshua Tree in July?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.8 in (97 mm).
What should I pack for Joshua Tree in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 75°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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Planning Joshua Tree in July?
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