December 4 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Palm Springs. With minimal rain risk (5%) and pleasant highs of 20°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 December 4
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.2°C. 5% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Palm Springs in December
Based on historical data for December 4, Palm Springs typically experiences temperatures between 10°C and 20.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (5% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Palm Springs
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
5%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
39%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.4 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 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5°C
Dry air
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
80/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~66
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Palm Springs
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
11:37
🌇 Sunset
16:38
⏱️ Daylight
10h 1m
Wind Speed
8.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
37%
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
💰💰💰 Expensive
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 December 4 averages 20.2°C with a 5% 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
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Palm Springs Worth Visiting on December 4?
Planning a trip to Palm Springs on December 4? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.2°C with a 5% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 66 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 4 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 6.5°C in 2020.