Joshua Tree National Park in March
In March, Joshua Tree National Park averages a high of 74°F and a low of 49°F, with 0.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 416,000 people visit, the busiest month. Days are 11 hours 52 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 74° / 49°F
- Precipitation
- 0.3in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 11h 52m
- Visitors
- 416,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: November (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA at -118 ft averages a March high of 81°F and a low of 49°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Twentynine Palms, CA, 16.5 miles from the park's center, 1,975 ft. Second station lower down: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA, -118 ft, 22.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 72° / 49° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Death Valley National Park | 83° / 57° | Very busy | Hot |
| Channel Islands National Park | 68° / 49° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Sequoia National Park | 45° / 22° | Quiet | Cool |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 45° / 22° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Joshua Tree National Park on nps.gov
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