What will the flower forecast be in Death Valley 2023?
What will the flower forecast be in Death Valley 2023? Death Valley National Park Desert wildflowers at lower elevations—including the valley floor at Death Valley—will begin to appear in mid-February and last until mid-April. At higher elevations, above 5,000 feet, visitors will typically see flowers into June and July.
Will 2023 be a Superbloom in Death Valley?
While superblooms and the color they add to life in Death Valley are always welcomed sights, the forecast absence of one in 2023 shouldn't stop you from making the trip there while temperatures remain manageable through March and April.
Has Death Valley received rain in 2023?
The National Weather Service rain gauge at Furnace Creek measured 2.2 inches of rain on August 20, 2023. This exceeds the park's annual average rainfall of 2.15 inches. This set a new single-day rainfall record for Death Valley, breaking the previous record of 1.70 inches set on August 5, 2022.
When should I visit Death Valley for flowers?
Death Valley has an entrance fee, more information can be found on the fees page. Wildflowers only bloom in the spring months. Lower elevations see flowers mid February to Mid April, mid-level elevation see flowers early April to early may and higher elevations see them early May to mid July.
Has Death Valley ever been cold?
Record Temperatures Death Valley holds the record for the hottest place on earth. Oddly enough, 1913 was also the year that saw Death Valley's coldest temperature. On January 8, the temperature dropped to 15°F (-10°C) at Furnace Creek.
Does Death Valley get cold at night?
Death Valley Can Also Be Cold It's true that, on most nights, the temperature doesn't go below 85°F or so. But in the winter and at night, Death Valley can reach temperatures of 15°F or -10°C or so.
What is the best month to visit Death Valley?
The highs for Death Valley in the spring months average between 82-100°F (27-38°C) with lows averaging 55-73°F (13-23°C). March and through mid-April are great months to visit the park, but by end of April into May starts the consistent 100 degree days.