Walking Weather in Palm Springs, California
In Palm Springs, the warm, dry winters are the draw — comfortable walking at almost any hour from November through April. Summer is the opposite: the heat is extreme, so take the early morning before the sun and let the rest of the day stay indoors.
When to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 70°F with lows around 46°F. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 58–87°F at about 24% humidity — usually Palm Springs's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 108°F and 23% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 61–89°F at about 28% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Palm Springs.
Walking the dog in Palm Springs
- •Desert pavement can burn paws in summer — walk dogs before eight or after dark only
- •Test the ground with the back of your hand first
In a Palm Springs summer the ground can get hot enough to burn paws. Walk Window's Dog Walker mode watches the ground as well as the air and tells you when to wait. More on keeping your dog safe in Palm Springs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Palm Springs?
The most comfortable months to walk in Palm Springs are March, April, November, December. In the hot months, the early morning before the heat builds is your reliable window.
Is it too hot to walk in Palm Springs in summer?
Summer middays in Palm Springs can be hard going, and the pavement gets hot enough to matter for dogs. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Palm Springs?
Palm Springs has a hot desert with very hot summers and warm, dry winters. The easiest walking lands in March and April, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
