Early spring · Weather & things to do
Palm Springs in March
Palm Springs warms up: highs climb to 78°F (25°C), from 70°F in February, with lows of 51°F (11°C) and about 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 51°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (10 mm)
- Humidity
- 45%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: about 0.4 in (10 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around March
March is one of Palm Springs's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from February (96 → 97/100).
- March sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 51°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Palm Springs in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Indian Canyons
Palm oases and streams on Agua Caliente tribal land.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Oct–Apr mornings.
Sunnylands Center & Gardens
Free gardens and center at the Annenberg estate in Rancho Mirage.
Why now March scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bootlegger Tiki
Small red-lit tiki bar on Palm Canyon Drive.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Workshop Kitchen + Bar
Farm-driven American dinner in a converted 1920s theater.
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
Museum on Cahuilla culture at the Spa Cultural Plaza downtown.
Nearby in March
- Joshua Tree in March~37 mi · highs 71°F, 0.3 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- La Jolla in March~80 mi · highs 64°F, 1.3 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in March~85 mi · highs 71°F, 1.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Pasadena in March~94 mi · highs 68°F, 1.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~924 m to Palm Springs's ~146 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.
Palm Springs in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Palm Springs?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 78°F (25°C) and 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Apr window our Palm Springs & Joshua Tree route recommends.
How hot is Palm Springs in March?
Average highs are 78°F (25°C) and average lows 51°F (11°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Palm Springs in March?
Not much: about 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 5.0 in (127 mm).
What should I pack for Palm Springs in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 51°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Palm Springs
Routes in season in March
- Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Oct – Apr
Planning Palm Springs in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.