July 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 July

July is typically the hottest month in Palm Desert, California, USA, commanding attention with maximum temperature spikes of around 94.5°F (34.7°C). Despite the rise in temperature, the climatic conditions remain relatively dry due to the persistent low humidity levels of 29%. The stint of longer daylight durations continues from June, with minimal reduction. The rainfall dramatically increases to approximately 1.34" (34mm), introducing a degree of moisture into the otherwise dry summer air. Although high UV levels persist, July remains an attractive period for those seeking a summer escape.

Temperature

July registers as the month with the highest average temperatures in Palm Desert, reaching 94.5°F (34.7°C) at its peak and 72.1°F (22.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Palm Desert, California, are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 29%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July in Palm Desert is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of July, in Palm Desert, California, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:46 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Palm Desert, the average sunshine in July is 12.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Palm Desert are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in July translates into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Palm Desert?

Palm Desert's temperature records reveal July as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 94.5°F (34.7°C) and lows of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

How hot does it get in Palm Desert in July?

The average high-temperature, in July, in Palm Desert, is 94.5°F (34.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).

What are the least humid months in Palm Desert?

The months with the lowest humidity in Palm Desert, California, are June through August, with an average relative humidity of 29%.

What is the average humidity in July in Palm Desert?

In Palm Desert, the average relative humidity in July is 29%.

What is the wettest month in Palm Desert?

July is the month with the most rainfall in Palm Desert. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Palm Desert in July?

In Palm Desert, in July, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in July in Palm Desert?

In Palm Desert, the average day length in July is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July in Palm Desert?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:46 pm PDT.

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

In July, the average sunshine duration in Palm Desert is 12.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Palm Desert?

The months with the highest UV index in Palm Desert are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in July in Palm Desert?

In Palm Desert, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Palm Desert, CA

Average temperature in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average high temperature in July: 94.5°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 July: 72.1°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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average pressure in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average pressure in July: 29.84"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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average wind speed in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.9mph

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average humidity in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average humidity in July: 29%

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average rainfall in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.34"

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average rainfall days in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average rainfall days in July: 8.8 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 July /
Average sunshine in July
Palm Desert, CA

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average daylight in July: 14h and 1min

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 July: 12h and 1min

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average sunshine days in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average sunshine days in July: 18.3 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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average UV index in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average UV index in July: 7

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average cloud cover in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average cloud cover in July: 8

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 July
Palm Desert, CA

Average visibility in July - Palm Desert, CA
  • Average visibility in July: 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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