Palm Desert Weather in December

The climate in Palm Desert during December can be summarized as mild and dry.

December is in the winter in Palm Desert and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 4°C (38°F) is normal.

On average December is the 4th wettest month of the year in Palm Desert with around 20mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.3 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 Desert in December 2024.