What's the Weather
For up to the minute weather forecast, temperatures in the last 24 hours and current road conditions, access the Death Valley Natural History Association Web site at www.dvnha.org.
(Click on the NPS Morning Report.)
View additional realtime weather for Furnace Creek.
Fall
Fall arrives in late October, with warm but pleasant temperatures and generally clear and sunny skies.
Winter
Winter is mild with occasional winter storms. Winter requires warmer clothing and light to medium jackets. Sunny skies are typical in Death Valley. The period from mid-November to before Christmas is the least crowded time of the entire year.
Spring
Springtime is the most popular time to visit Death Valley. Besides warm and sunny days, the possibility of spring wildflowers is a big attraction. Wind is not uncommon in the desert, especially in the spring.
Summer
Summers are extremely hot and dry. High temperatures commonly run above 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 ºC) in the shade with overnight lows dipping only into the 90's F (32 ºC). Average rainfall is less than 2 inches annually. Comfortable clothing and a broad brimmed hat are recommended to provide sun protection.
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Average Monthly Temperatures
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Month
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Average Max
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Average Min
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| February |
72.3 |
45.6 |
| March |
80.4 |
52.8 |
| April |
89.8 |
61.9 |
| May |
99.3 |
70.7 |
| June |
109.0 |
80.3 |
| July |
115.3 |
87.8 |
| August |
113.2 |
85.0 |
| September |
105.8 |
94.9 |
| October |
92.0 |
61.6 |
| November |
75.7 |
48.1 |
| December |
65.1 |
39.4 |
