The Mojave Desert receives an average annual rainfall of about 5 inches, making it one of the driest regions in North America.

The Mojave Desert, located in the southwestern United States, spans parts of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. Its arid climate is characterized by low precipitation due to its location in a rain shadow, where surrounding mountain ranges block moist air from reaching the desert. With an average of 5 inches of rainfall annually, vegetation and wildlife in the Mojave have adapted to these harsh conditions. This low rainfall also contributes to extreme temperatures, sparse vegetation, and unique ecosystems like the Joshua Tree forests.