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Joshua Tree in June
Joshua Tree sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 98°F (37°C) and lows of 67°F (19°C).
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 98°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 20%
- Cloud cover
- 15%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What June feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 98°F (37°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 18°C (32°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 20% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 15%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January – April and October & November.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 14 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 6°C (11°F) from May.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in May to 60/100.
- Our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends Oct – Apr, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 98°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 67°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Joshua Tree in June
Afternoons run hot (98°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Cholla Cactus Garden
Dense stand of teddy-bear cholla on a short boardwalk.
Why now June scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Joshua Tree Saloon
Roadside saloon with burgers, karaoke and live music.
Why now A break from 98°F afternoons.
Ryan Mountain Trail
3-mile round trip climb to 360° views over the park.
Why now Highs near 98°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum
10 acres of large assemblage sculptures in the desert.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Barker Dam
Short loop to a small reservoir and petroglyphs.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Palm Springs in June~37 mi · highs 105°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- La Jolla in June~107 mi · highs 70°F, 0.2 in rain · 16°C (29°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in June~108 mi · highs 82°F, 0.6 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in June~130 mi · highs 82°F, 0.0 in rain · 9°C (17°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 June: quick answers
Is June 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 98°F (37°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends Oct – Apr, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Joshua Tree in June?
Average highs are 98°F (37°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Joshua Tree in June?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.8 in (97 mm).
What should I pack for Joshua Tree in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 98°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 67°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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