August in Palm Desert, CA: hot season for golf — play early; afternoons are oppressive. Best tee times: tee off before 8 AM to beat the heat.
| Average August Weather | |
|---|---|
| Avg daily high | 106°F |
| Avg daily low | 84°F |
| Rainy days | 2 / mo |
| Avg peak wind | 9.6 mph |
Based on 10 years of climate data (2015–2024), August in Palm Desert, CA averages 106°F highs and 84°F lows. Expect about 2 days with measurable precipitation and peak winds averaging 9.6 mph. Our playability scoring treats wind under 8 mph as ideal, temperatures of 60–80°F as optimal, and rain probability below 20% as a green light — use these averages to gauge how often August hits those thresholds.
For Palm Desert in August, plan to tee off before 8 AM to beat the heat. Wind typically rises through the afternoon as thermal mixing builds, so earlier rounds tend to score higher on our playability scale.
Climate normals show the long-term picture, but day-to-day weather varies. Check today's live golf weather score for Palm Desert, CA for the current playability rating, hourly wind, temperature, and the recommended tee time window.
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