Is Joshua Tree worth it in December?

Hiking in Joshua Tree National Park in December is Ideal From the White Tank Campground, it's 0.3 miles. You can easily climb up to check it out. One of the best reasons to visit Joshua Tree in December is the hiking. The weather is perfect during the day with temps in the 60s and the chance of rain is slim.



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In our opinion, winter is the best time to visit Joshua Tree National Park. Due to its climate the daytime temperatures rarely drop below 55-60°F and lower crowds mean you'll have a much nicer experience of the park compared with visiting in the summer months.

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The average temperature in Joshua Tree National Park in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 61°F (16°C) to a low of 39°F (4°C). Some would describe it as moderately chilly with a gentle breeze.

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The cool season lasts for 3.2 months, from November 20 to February 26, with an average daily high temperature below 66°F. The coldest month of the year in Joshua Tree is December, with an average low of 36°F and high of 59°F.

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With the increasing popularity of the area around Joshua Tree National Park — both for park visitors and for people who can choose where they'd like to work from home — the area has seen a spike in development and home prices.

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The entire drive inside Joshua Tree from the west and north entrance stations to the south takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes without any stops.

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People have long admired the trees for their resiliency and beauty, however offbeat (and hard to classify) they are. Joshua Tree's unique look is one of its most attractive features, but the trees themselves (which the National Park Service says look like they belong in a Dr.

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Avoid arriving at the park between 10 am and 2 pm and leave well before or after sunset to avoid crowds. Holidays and weekends are the busiest times to visit so consider adjusting your schedule for a more relaxed visit. Be mindful of where you stay and enter the park.

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Joshua Tree is only about an hour outside of Palm Springs, and is more than worth the trip. We recommend starting at the West entrance into the park, and continuing through the South entrance, before heading back to Palm Springs.

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