The climate in Palm Springs during August can be summarized as hot and dry.
August is in the summer in Palm Springs and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 32°C (90°F), whilst at night 15°C (60°F) is normal.
Daytime temperature | 32.2°C 89.9°F |
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Nightly temperature | 15.3°C 59.5°F |
Average temperature | 23.7°C 74.7°F |
Daily sunshine | 11.5 hrs |
Avg rainfall | 22 mm 0.9 ins |
Rainy days | 2 days |
Sea temperature | 20.5°C 68.8°F |
Humidity | 58% |
Windspeed | 14.8kph 9 mph |
On average August is the 6th driest month of the year in Palm Springs with around 22mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 2 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Palm Springs in August 2025.
Best places to visit in August
Hottest month: | July | 32.5°C 90.5°F |
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Driest month: | June | 5mm 0.2ins |
Sunniest month: | August | 11.5hrs |
Coldest month: | January | 12.8°C 55°F |
Wettest month: | January | 82mm 3.2ins |