February weather forecast
Palm Desert, CA

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Palm trees line the neat lawns of a golf course in Palm Desert, California, with full reflections in the water
Palm trees line the neat lawns of a golf course in Palm Desert, California, with full reflections in the water

Weather in February

A slight edging towards warmer conditions can be observed in Palm Desert in February compared to January. The increment in humidity to around 45% is barely perceptible, yet the rise in temperature offers a welcomed respite for residents. The top daily temperatures have been recorded to hover around 61.7°F (16.5°C), a perceptible jump from the January highs. The trends in rainfall patterns remain comparable to January, with only a slight decrease. With the daylight hours gradually lengthening, more outdoor activities become feasible.

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C), a near match to January's 60.3°F (15.7°C). Palm Desert records a mean low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 45%.

Rainfall

In Palm Desert, in February, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palm Desert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.6 days and collects up to 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Palm Desert, California, is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:41 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February is 7.3h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in February leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in February in Palm Desert?

The high-temperature, in February, in Palm Desert, records 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in February in Palm Desert?

In February, the average relative humidity in Palm Desert is 45%.

How much does it rain in Palm Desert in February?

In Palm Desert, California, in February, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Palm Desert have in February?

In Palm Desert, California, the average day length in February is 11h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Palm Desert?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palm Desert, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:41 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in February in Palm Desert?

In Palm Desert, the average sunshine duration in February is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in February in Palm Desert?

In Palm Desert, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average temperature in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average high temperature in February: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).

Average pressure in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average pressure in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average pressure in February: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average wind speed in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average wind speed in February: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).

Average humidity in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average humidity in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average humidity in February: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).

Average rainfall in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average rainfall in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average rainfall days in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average rainfall days in February: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average sunshine days in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average sunshine days in February: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average UV index in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average UV index in February: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average cloud cover in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average cloud cover in February: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in February
Palm Desert, CA

Average visibility in February - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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