Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Palm Springs
We currently track 12 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Palm Springs, kept up to date by the community. 12 of them are in the sun right now.
Local favourites
Sunset is at 17:59 and golden hour starts at 17:24.
City snapshot
12
Sunny now
10h 56min
Daylight
Find outdoor dining in Palm Springs, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.
Winter sun in Palm Springs: patios & rooftops
Best time for winter sun in Palm Springs
Palm Springs' high season is winter, with dry, sunny days made for poolside and patio dining.
Find the patio that keeps the sun
Low winter sun can leave patios in building shade before sunset. Compare estimated sun hours for listed Palm Springs patios and rooftop bars using available venue hours and local weather. Guest reports are separate observations; forecasts do not guarantee a sunny table. Check today's weather and outdoor service with the venue.
Plan a winter happy hour
Pick a few sunny spots and start a poll — friends vote with one link, no app or account needed.
Outdoor dining and group drinks in Palm Springs
Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in Palm Springs.
Sun forecasts, with limits made clear
Compare estimated sun hours for 12 listed spots in Palm Springs. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.
Ratings where available
Check available Google and Sun Map guest ratings alongside venue details. Missing ratings do not imply a place has been reviewed.
Live reports from locals
Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.
Filtered your way
Browse available rooftop, waterfront and shade categories. Details depend on the tags and sun hours recorded for each venue.
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Choose a happy hour meeting spot together
Pick a few venues and share a free after-work poll by message, email or any chat. Friends vote without an account or app. Check drink offers, opening hours and reservations directly with the venue; the poll does not book a table.
Top 10 sunny terraces in Palm Springs
The ten best sun spots in Palm Springs right now, ranked from 12 mapped terraces.
Dragon Lili Boba Bar
N Palm Canyon Dr 166
2
Sun score
High Moon
South Palm Canyon Drive 1700
2
Sun score
Koffi
North Palm Canyon Drive 515
2
Sun score
Sherman's Deli & Bakery
East Tahquitz Canyon Way 401
2
Sun score
stout
Palm Springs
2
Sun score
The Heyday
North Palm Canyon Drive 1550
2
Sun score
The Restaurant
S Gene Autry Trail 1500
2
Sun score
Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Grille
Palm Springs
0
Sun score
Bootlegger Tiki
West Via Lola 140
0
Sun score
Giuseppe's Pizza & Pasta
East Palm Canyon Drive 1775
0
Sun score
The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.
The sun in Palm Springs this week (week 44)
Here is the sun outlook for Palm Springs, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 12 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.
The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 18:01 after 11h 00min of daylight.
Days get 11 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 16:55.
Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Palm Springs and pick a spot with sun until 18:01.
| Day | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 26 Oct Best evening | 18:01 | 11h 00min |
| Tuesday 27 Oct | 18:00 | 10h 58min |
| Wednesday 28 Oct | 17:59 | 10h 56min |
| Thursday 29 Oct | 17:58 | 10h 54min |
| Friday 30 Oct | 17:57 | 10h 52min |
| Saturday 31 Oct | 17:56 | 10h 51min |
| Sunday 1 Nov | 16:55 | 10h 49min |
The sun in Palm Springs today
Sunrise
07:03
Sun highest
12:31
Sunset
17:59
Golden hour
17:24
Daylight
10h 56min
12 spots are in the sun right now
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12 spots
Bongo Johnny's Patio Bar & Grille
Palm Springs
Bootlegger Tiki
West Via Lola 140
Dragon Lili Boba Bar
N Palm Canyon Dr 166
Giuseppe's Pizza & Pasta
East Palm Canyon Drive 1775
Haus of Poké
160
High Moon
South Palm Canyon Drive 1700
Koffi
North Palm Canyon Drive 515
Las Casuelas
Palm Springs
Sherman's Deli & Bakery
East Tahquitz Canyon Way 401
stout
Palm Springs
The Heyday
North Palm Canyon Drive 1550
The Restaurant
S Gene Autry Trail 1500
Sunset in Palm Springs month by month
How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Palm Springs across the year.
| Month | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17:01 | 10h 9min |
| February | 17:31 | 10h 59min |
| March | 18:54 | 11h 57min |
| April | 19:18 | 13h 2min |
| May | 19:41 | 13h 55min |
| June | 19:59 | 14h 23min |
| July | 19:58 | 14h 11min |
| August | 19:34 | 13h 25min |
| September | 18:54 | 12h 24min |
| October | 18:13 | 11h 22min |
| November | 16:44 | 10h 25min |
| December | 16:40 | 9h 55min |
Updated automatically
Guide: sun and terraces in Palm Springs
Sun Map maps 12 outdoor spots in Palm Springs, including 0 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.
Good to know
- Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Palm Springs keep it longest.
- Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
- Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.
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FAQ – Palm Springs
- Which Palm Springs patios have sun right now?
- Browse 12 listed outdoor dining spots in Palm Springs and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
- What are the best rooftop bars in Palm Springs?
- Browse the rooftop category for Palm Springs where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
- Is Sun Map free?
- Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
- Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?
- Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
- Can I find late outdoor dining in Palm Springs?
- Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Palm Springs venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
- How can we choose a happy hour spot in Palm Springs?
- Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
- I own a restaurant in Palm Springs — how do I get listed?
- Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.
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