In the winter, lows generally get into the 20s, with a dry, cold climate, the immediate area receiving less than 10 in (250 mm) of rain per year.

Ancient volcanic rock formations, lava beds, sand dunes, mineral springs, and hidden mud baths are found in the area.

The original name of Newberry Springs was, at least briefly, "Watson", with a post office established in Feb 1883, and discontinued later that year in July.

Since its earliest days the area in and around Newberry Springs has been a source of water for the surrounding arid region.

In the 1880s the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad hauled tank cars of water from Newberry Springs to the stations and towns in the region, making life in this arid land possible.

The climate in Newberry Springs is relatively mild and supports many crops, including pistachios, apricots and alfalfa.

[citation needed] Newberry Springs has farms and ranches, which produce ostrich, horse, buffalo, duck, turkey, catfish, and koi.

[5] Another popular attraction in Newberry Springs is Mrs. Orcutt's Driveway, where Car and Driver used to do speed tests due to the 4 mile long driveway built as a concession in exchange of building interstate 40[6][7][8][9] In 1987, the motion picture Bagdad Café was filmed in the area and the truck-stop restaurant featured in the film still stands.