The best times to visit Desert Springs for ideal weather are

March 19th to June 3rd

or

August 13th to November 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Desert Springs Travel Info

Weather in Desert Springs

Temperature

Average temperatures in Desert Springs vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 50th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Desert Springs, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early January where highs are regularly around 100.3°F (37.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.9°F (21.6°C) at night.

Desert Springs Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Desert Springs Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Desert Springs Perceived Temperature (F)

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Desert Springs Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Desert Springs Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 97.9 85 69.9
Feb 96.1 82.9 67.4
Mar 91.2 78 62.5
Apr 83.4 69.2 53
May 74.7 60.1 44.3
Jun 67.4 53 37.4
Jul 68.5 53.4 36.7
Aug 74.6 58.7 40.5
Sep 83.9 68.5 49.5
Oct 90.4 75.2 55.9
Nov 93.4 79.5 63.2
Dec 96.2 82.7 67

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 36.6 29.4 21.1
Feb 35.6 28.3 19.7
Mar 32.9 25.6 16.9
Apr 28.6 20.7 11.7
May 23.7 15.6 6.8
Jun 19.7 11.7 3
Jul 20.3 11.9 2.6
Aug 23.7 14.8 4.7
Sep 28.8 20.3 9.7
Oct 32.4 24 13.3
Nov 34.1 26.4 17.3
Dec 35.7 28.2 19.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Desert Springs are June, August, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid November with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of November 12th.

When can you find snow in Desert Springs? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Desert Springs.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Desert Springs (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 2.7
Feb 9% 0 2
Mar 6% 0 1
Apr 5% 0 0.7
May 4% 0 0.4
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 5% 0 0.6
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 4% 0 0.3
Oct 4% 0 0.5
Nov 9% 0 1.5
Dec 9% 0 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 6.9
Feb 9 0 5.1
Mar 6 0 2.5
Apr 5 0 1.8
May 4 0 1
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 5 0 1.5
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 4 0 0.8
Oct 4 0 1.3
Nov 9 0 3.8
Dec 9 0 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Desert Springs has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is October (14.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (40.8%).

Wind in Desert Springs is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 18.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Desert Springs.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.3 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.9 Strong breeze
Apr 6.7 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
May 6.1 Light breeze 12.6 Strong breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 12.5 Strong breeze
Aug 6.9 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.6 Strong breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Strong breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 27.1%
Feb 26.3%
Mar 28.4%
Apr 29.1%
May 35.7%
Jun 40.8%
Jul 35.1%
Aug 22.8%
Sep 17.4%
Oct 14.9%
Nov 22.4%
Dec 24.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Desert Springs?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Desert Springs, NO, Australia is January, followed by May and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Desert Springs in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 70.4 in October means 70.4% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Desert Springs Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 93.9°F (34.4°C) and 70°F (21.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Desert Springs, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 96.5°F (35.8°C) and 81°F (27.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Desert Springs to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 100.3°F (37.9°C) and 92.5°F (33.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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