Climate

Rainfall in deserts is scarce, not even the wettest desert in the world gets more than 10 inches of rain per year. Although if it does rain it usually comes in a downpour. There are only few periods of rain, with a lot of time between them.

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Temperatures

  The desert is known for its extreme temperatures; very hot and dry during the day, and cold at night. During the day temperatures above 100ºF (38ºC) aren't unusual. During the night temperatures can drop below 50ºF (10ºC).