Death Valley
The hottest and lowest point in North America, salt flats stretching flat and white for miles, and a night sky so dark it is officially certified for stargazing.
The best time to visit Death Valley is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 14°C (58°F). Local time there is 10:13 (UTC-7).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 14°C · rain 18mm · 10.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Las Vegas, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57°F | 18mm0.7in | 10.0h10.0h | in the recommended window |
| February | 16°C61°F | 16mm0.6in | 10.8h10.8h | in the recommended window |
| March | 20°C67°F | 21mm0.8in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 27°C81°F | 4mm0.2in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| May | 31°C88°F | 2mm0.1in | 14.1h14.1h | |
| June | 37°C99°F | 3mm0.1in | 14.6h14.6h | |
| July | 41°C106°F | 7mm0.3in | 14.4h14.4h | |
| August | 40°C103°F | 23mm0.9in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| September | 35°C96°F | 16mm0.6in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| October | 27°C81°F | 5mm0.2in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| November | 19°C67°F | 16mm0.6in | 10.2h10.2h | in the recommended window |
| December | 14°C56°F | 13mm0.5in | 9.7h9.7h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- USDUnited States dollar
- Language
- English
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Death Valley?
The best time to visit Death Valley is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 14°C (58°F).
How warm does Death Valley get?
Typical daytime highs in Death Valley are Mar–May 26°C (79°F), Jun–Aug 39°C (103°F), Sep–Nov 27°C (81°F), Dec–Feb 14°C (58°F).
Is Death Valley expensive?
On the ground, Death Valley is middling.
What sort of trip is Death Valley good for?
Death Valley is good for beach and sun holidays, nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Death Valley?
The wettest month in Death Valley is August at 23mm (0.9in), the driest May at 2mm (0.1in), with a monthly average of 12mm (0.5in).
What plug do I need for Death Valley?
Death Valley uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
