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It might be surprising to know that the place where the seasons are most notable in Southern California is in the desert. The desert is where you will see the beautiful spring wildflowers covering the ground in a colorful patchwork. The desert is where you might see snow in the winter. Summer in the desert is always very hot and dry! Fall, is a time of perfect temperatures, perfect clear skies and all around glorious views.

Caption: The Southern California desert is full of life, some of it very colorful. The tall ones with the red flowers are name Ocotillo plants. This photo is from the Anza-Borrego State Park in eastern San Diego county. Photo © Justine Hall.