The Desert
The tramway, the trails and the heat: life at the foot of the San Jacintos.
Upper 80s Sunday and near 90 Monday, then a midweek rain question for the valley
Forecasters agree on a warm start to the week in Palm Springs. They disagree on whether a low pressure system brings the Coachella Valley any rain on Wednesday and Thursday, before cooler highs arrive late in the week.
Hurricane Rachel's remnants could bring heavy rain and flash-flood risk to the valley this weekend
Forecasters warn of rapid flooding in washes, low-water crossings and dry creek beds, echoing Tropical Storm Hilary in 2023. The rain should end the desert's latest heat stretch.
The Tramway is back: rotating cars tentatively return to the mountain tomorrow after a month of maintenance
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is tentatively scheduled to reopen Monday, October 5, after its annual maintenance closure, kicking off the winter season in the San Jacinto Mountains.
Aerial Tramway closed through October 4 for annual maintenance
The cars are getting new interiors, the controls are being serviced, and state inspectors must sign off. Tentative reopening: October 5 at 10 a.m.
Desert Water Agency adopts fourth rate increase in five-year plan
The board approved higher rates for water, recycled water and wastewater in June. New potable rates take effect January 1.