For a wonderful getaway from the cold weather, or a beautiful, affordable place to live, visit Desert Hot Springs. Desert Hot Springs is one of the fastest growing communities in Southern California. It's year-round population has more than tripled in the last 25 years, to about 19,400 today.

Minutes from an international airport, golf, shopping, renowned restaurants, major sporting events and more, this spa destination city beckons visitors, winter visitors and snowbirds.Desert Hot Springs is the home of over 40 spas and resorts.

On average, there are 271 sunny days per year. Desert Hot Springs, CA, gets 8 inches of rain per year. The US average is 37. Snowfall is 3 inches, and often melts before you can get up. The average US city gets 25 inches of snow per year. The number of days with any measurable precipitation is 21.

The comfort index, which is based on humidity during the hot months, is a 18 out of 100, where higher is more comfortable. The US average on the comfort index is 44.

Desert Hot Springs is built over one of the world’s finest natural hot mineral water aquifers. Naturally occurring mineral waters bubble and percolate to the surface in this get-away-from-it-all destination. Celebrities and sun seekers from all walks of life and all corners of the world come to Desert Hot Springs to recharge and rejuvenate.

The hot mineral pools are what is very special about this community. It makes your muscles feel so much better. It's a relaxing experience that really is quite unique. Hot water increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the muscles, heart and brain, high blood pressure is lowered, and soaking in the waters is great for people with arthritis and circulatory conditions.

The hot water aquifer if rich in minerals, but free from the sulfurous odor that usually accompanies hot mineral water, a constant supply of silky-smooth, healthful, relaxing pure water ranging in temperature from 120 and 180 degrees. The cold water aquifer is fed by snowfall on distant mountains, then filtered through hundreds of feet of sand.

Known for its healing natural mineral waters, relaxing spas, clean air and elevated views, Desert Hot Springs is characterized by its small town friendly atmosphere. The city also boasts pure and delicious award-winning municipal drinking water. Its award-winning waters are truly legendary.

Residents and visitors enjoy the incredible panoramic viewsof the area. The view of Mt. San Jacinto is serene and majestic, a magnificent snow-capped mountain that is visible from every part of Desert Hot Springs. The wonderful sun energy for which this area is famous is a welcome relief from winter weary visitors. It bathes the valley with all its power, brightness and healing energy. bathe in the natural waters, take a hike in the mountains, lean into the therapeutic breeze and soak up the sun's energy. Come and take a look, you'll see why it's “Clearly Above the Rest”.