Big Morongo Canyon Preserve Weather

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Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is a Coachella Valley destination for comparing Coachella Valley heat, wind, dryness, and nearby mountain contrasts.

81°
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Comfort Score
83(B)
Great
Weather updated August 18, 2026 at 3:52 AM PDT

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve weather at a glance

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is a park at 2,543 feet in Greater Los Angeles. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is a Coachella Valley destination for comparing Coachella Valley heat, wind, dryness, and nearby mountain contrasts. Notable features include park, coachella-valley, desert, and heat.

Current conditions are 81°F, feeling like 81°F, with 20% humidity, winds near 8 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Hot and dry with clear skies.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 79°F and an average low of 59°F, with about 10.1 hours of sunshine per day and 0.0 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 3.9 inches.

Current Conditions

Temperature
81°F
Feels like 81°F
Humidity
20%
Wind
8 mph
NW • Gusts 9 mph
Cloud Cover
0%
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Temperature61
Wind75
Stars Visible100
Humidity85
Precipitation100

Hourly Forecast

Today

TimeTempComfortAQIWindPrecipConditions
Now81°83 (B)8 mph0%☀️ Sunny
5am80°84 (B)7 mph0%☀️ Sunny
6am79°86 (A-)7 mph0%☀️ Sunny
7am81°75 (B)7 mph0%🌤️ Mostly Sunny
8am89°52 (C-)9 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
9am93°49 (D)10 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
10am97°69 (C)5 mph0%☀️ Sunny
11am100°67 (C)8 mph0%☀️ Sunny
12pm102°63 (C)12 mph0%☀️ Sunny
1pm103°64 (C)12 mph0%☀️ Sunny
2pm104°45 (D)14 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
3pm104°31 (F)15 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
How to read the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve hourly chart

The hourly chart follows the next 48 forecast hours at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Use the temperature view to see warming and cooling through the day, and the comfort view to see when the combined temperature, wind, clouds, precipitation, and air quality should feel most favorable.

The wind view compares sustained wind with stronger gusts at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. The AQI view uses the current observation for “Now” and modeled AQI-equivalent guidance for later hours when forecast smoke data is available.

Weather Maps

Satellite

GOES-West Infrared

Radar

Precipitation

8 mph
Gusts 9 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Each preview is centered on Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.

These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.

7-Day Forecast

DayHigh/LowComfortPrecipConditions
Today104° / 79°73 (B-)1%☀️ Sunny
Wed🏆 Best100° / 75°75 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Thu100° / 75°75 (B)2%☀️ Sunny
Fri102° / 81°68 (C)6%☀️ Sunny
Sat100° / 82°67 (C)8%☀️ Sunny
Sun97° / 81°67 (C)3%☀️ Sunny
Mon99° / 81°68 (C)7%☀️ Sunny

Best day this week: Wed (Comfort score: 75)

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
104°Fforecast
10° above normal
Normal: 94°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
1.4"
27% below average
30-yr avg: 1.9"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
Right on track
Typical: 28
Foggy Days
0last 28 days
About average
Avg Wind Speed
13.2 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 13.2 mph
Comfort Score
8528-day avg
3 pts above typical
Recent baseline: 82
What the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Big Morongo Canyon Preserve departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: NOAA HRRR rolling destination baseline for recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals.

Climate Overview

Based on HRRR rolling destination baseline (2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30)

85
Avg Comfort
79.2°
Avg High
59.1°
Avg Low
80%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine10.1h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog0h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain3.9"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr16 (4%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr2
✨ Perfect Days (80+)581

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. April92
73.4° / 52.8° · ☀️ 11.1h
0 foggy days · 1 rainy days
2. May90
82.1° / 60.1° · ☀️ 11.8h
0 foggy days · 1 rainy days
3. March87
73.2° / 53.5° · ☀️ 10h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. August67
96.7° / 74.6° · ☀️ 11.3h
💧 0" · 1 rainy days · 0 foggy days
2. July67
98.6° / 74.7° · ☀️ 12.6h
💧 0" · 1 rainy days · 0 foggy days
3. September74
89.4° / 69.4° · ☀️ 10.1h
💧 0.1" · 2 rainy days · 0 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
July 202474101.7° / 77.8°12.4h0d0.03"7
August 20248296.3° / 75°11.5h0d0"22
September 20248391.8° / 71.5°10.3h0d0.05"22
October 20248584.8° / 64.9°9.9h0d0"25
November 20248564.6° / 45.8°7.8h0d0"24
December 20248666.6° / 47.5°7.8h0d0"28
January 20258158.9° / 41.5°8.3h0d0.06"18
February 20258666.7° / 48.4°8.4h1d1.92"25
March 20258765.6° / 46.5°9.8h0d0.58"26
April 20259073.2° / 52.4°11.1h0d0.08"30
May 20258982.4° / 60.6°11.7h0d0.15"28
June 20258393° / 70°12.7h0d0.01"22
July 20258295.5° / 71.5°12.7h0d0"23
August 20257897.1° / 74.2°11h0d0.05"14
September 20259087° / 67.3°9.9h0d0.38"29
October 20259079.2° / 59.5°9.7h0d0.16"30
November 20258469.6° / 53.1°7.4h0d1.42"26
December 20258366° / 49.3°7.1h1d2.26"25
January 20268262° / 46.9°8h2d0.38"24
February 20268667.3° / 49.3°8.5h0d1"23
March 20268780.7° / 60.5°10.3h0d0"29
April 20269173.5° / 53.1°11.1h0d0.01"28
May 20268981.9° / 59.5°12h0d0"30
June 20268592.5° / 69.5°12.6h0d0"23
Last updated: 7/24/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

108°F90°F72°F54°F35°FJul '24Aug '24Sep '24Oct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26
Average High
Average Low
About the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2016-07-01 to 2026-06-30

How to read the temperature heatmap for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the fog heatmap for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Darker cells mark month-and-hour combinations with a stronger historical fog signal, which helps separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the wind heatmap for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the solar radiation heatmap for Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Big Morongo Canyon Preserve by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

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Location Details

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Coordinates
34.0505, -116.5702
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Elevation
2543 ft
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Type
Park
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Tags
#park#coachella-valley#desert#heat
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

What is the weather at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve right now?

Current conditions at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve are 81°F, feeling like 81°F, with 20% humidity, winds near 8 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Hot and dry with clear skies

What temperatures are typical at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve?

The location-specific record for 2024-07-01 through 2026-06-30 shows an average daily high of 79°F and an average low of 59°F at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Big Morongo Canyon Preserve get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 3.9 inches of precipitation and 16 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Big Morongo Canyon Preserve foggy?

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve averages about 0.0 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 2 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.

What are the best months to visit Big Morongo Canyon Preserve for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are April 2026 (74°F/53°F average high/low and a 91 comfort score), April 2025 (73°F/52°F average high/low and a 90 comfort score), and September 2025 (87°F/67°F average high/low and a 90 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Big Morongo Canyon Preserve?

Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is a park at 2,543 feet. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is a Coachella Valley destination for comparing Coachella Valley heat, wind, dryness, and nearby mountain contrasts. Notable features include park, coachella-valley, desert, and heat.

💡 Local Tip: Greater Los Angeles weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Big Morongo Canyon Preserve.
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