April 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Palm Springs. With minimal rain risk (2%) and pleasant highs of 27°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Palm Springs right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Palm Springs
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Palm Springs Weather Forecast for April 16
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.9°C. 2% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Palm Springs in April
Based on historical data for April 16, Palm Springs typically experiences temperatures between 13.7°C and 26.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (2% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Palm Springs
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
26.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
2%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
27%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.1 hPa
Low volatility
Palm Springs Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~80
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Palm Springs
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:15
☀️ Noon
11:47
🌇 Sunset
18:18
⏱️ Daylight
13h 3m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
36%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Palm Springs
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Palm Springs on April 16 averages 26.9°C with a 2% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Palm Springs Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Palm Springs Worth Visiting on April 16?
Planning a trip to Palm Springs on April 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.9°C with a 2% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 80 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.9°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 13.5°C in 2020.