January 6 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Palm Springs. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 19°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 January 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.5°C. 10% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Palm Springs in January
Based on historical data for January 6, Palm Springs typically experiences temperatures between 9°C and 18.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% 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
18.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
10%
Avg 0.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
42%
Overcast
Pressure
1019 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 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
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
81/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~67
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Palm Springs
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:53
☀️ Noon
11:53
🌇 Sunset
16:53
⏱️ Daylight
10h 0m
Wind Speed
8.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
41%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Palm Springs
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
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 January 6 averages 18.5°C with a 10% 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 January 6?
Planning a trip to Palm Springs on January 6? 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 18.5°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 67 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.3°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 3.7°C in 2024.