Palm Springs Golf Weather by Month

June 01st, 2026

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Palm Springs is a renowned golf destination that needs no further presentation if you’re a serious golfer. Even if you only play occasionally or you’ve just started taking up golf, Palm Springs should definitely be on your bucket list. From top-notch courses to luxury accommodation and stunning views with mountain backdrops, this place has all the ingredients for a memorable golf vacation. But when is the best time to come here and indulge in your hobby? Here’s a month-by-month Palm Springs weather breakdown to help you make a choice.

 
  • JANUARY

The first month of the year is a great time to come to Palm Springs. The average temperature in the morning is 45°F and the average evening temperature is 57deg;F, while the middle of the day offers around 70°F. The average rainfall in January is 1.2 in, and the average humidity is 45%. Overall, January is sunny and cool: the perfect weather for golf and other outdoor activities.

  • FEBRUARY

In February, the cool weather continues, with average morning temperatures of 47°F. The average high temperature by midday is 75°F, and in the evening the temperature drops to roughly 60°F. The rainfall average in this month slightly drops to 1.15 in, and the humidity is 45%.

  • MARCH

March continues the previous month’s trend, with slightly higher temperatures. The average high temperature of this month is 82°F, and the average low is 54°F. However, the days are generally sunny and beautiful with mid-day temperatures of around 80°F, 0.8 in of rainfall, and an average humidity of 38%. These conditions make March the ideal time to golf all day long.

  • APRIL

By April, the temperature will further increase to around 85°F by midday and an average of 56°F in the morning. The weather is sunny on most days and not overwhelmingly warm. There is very little chance of rainfall, with an average of 0.3 in. All these make April one of the most popular months for golf, and generally, for vacations in Palm Springs.

  • MAY

May is the first month of the year when the weather can feel too warm in Palm Springs, depending on your comfort level. The average high temperature in this month can reach 97°F, while the average low is 68°F. Rainfall possibility further drops to an average of 0.01, and the humidity declines to 25%.

  • JUNE

The first month of summer is one of the driest in Palm Springs, with an average rainfall of only 0.05 in. The humidity drops to 20%, and the average high temperature is 106°F. Mornings are the most comfortable time to play golf in June, with an average temperature of 70-75°F.

  • JULY

The hot summer weather is at its peak in July. The average high temperature reaches 111°F, and the average low is 82°F. The rainfall chance slightly increases to April level (0.3 in), and the humidity also grows to 28%.

  • AUGUST

The weather continues to be hot and dry in August, with average mid-day temperatures of 104-105°F and average humidity of 0.5 in. The mornings are cooler, with an average temperature of 76°F, which makes them the best time to golf in August in Palm Springs.

  • SEPTEMBER

Fall begins with sunny, warm weather in Palm Springs as September's average temperatures range between 74°F and 103°F. With an average rainfall of 0.3 in, you shouldn't worry that the rain will ruin your golf trip.

  • OCTOBER

Most people would agree that October is one of the best golf months in Palm Springs. The average high temperature of this month is 91°F, and the average low is 62°F. The humidity increases to 32%, but there is still little chance of needing an umbrella, with an average rainfall of 0.2 in.

  • NOVEMBER

If sweating under the hot summer sun is not quite your idea of a perfect golf memory in Palm Springs, you will love November. Starting this month, the weather becomes pleasantly warm throughout the day, with average temperatures of 50°F in the morning and 78°F during the day. The humidity is 40, and the rainfall doubles compared to the previous month, reaching an average of 0.4 in.

  • DECEMBER

Winter in Palm Springs offers some of the most beautiful types of weather in the U.S. The last month of the year is cool, sunny, and beautiful: the perfect time for celebration … or golf. The mornings and evenings are crisp, with temperatures of around 43-57°F, while the mid-day temperature reaches 70°F. The humidity slightly increases to 45%, and the rainfall average reaches 0.9 in.

When Is the Best Time to Golf in Palm Springs?

Palm Springs is famous for its year-round sunshine, overall warm weather, with hot summers, and little rainfall, in other words, a hot desert climate. However, as you've seen, the weather varies from season to season and even on a month-by-month basis. Due to the elevated temperatures in summer, the peak golf season here is actually from November to April. Nonetheless, golfing is possible throughout the year, including in summer, when the advantage is lower green fees.

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