Geography of Nevada
Geography of Nevada: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Nevada
Lake Tahoe is 15 mi to the west, Lake Tahoe is 15 mi to the west, Emerald Bay State Park is 23 mi to the south-west and Yosemite National Park is 91 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 39°9′49.7″N 119°46′2.6″W (39.1638, -119.7674)
Quick facts about Nevada
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°9′49.7″N 119°46′2.6″W (39.1638, -119.7674) |
| Capital | Carson City |
| Population | 3.200.000 |
| Area | 110.572 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | NV |
| Time zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 12:56 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by national park in Nevada
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Nevada
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in Nevada
1 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Nevada
1 counties mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Nevada
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Nevada is a state in United States. Nevada is a US state with its capital at Carson City. It has a population of about 3.2 million. The capital is Carson City.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Nevada with overcast. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 72°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nevada is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 27°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 177 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Basin National Park, Las Vegas Strip, Valley of Fire State Park and Lake Mead.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Nevada today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Nevada month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 27° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 28° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 55° | 34° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 37° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 46° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 85° | 56° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 60° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 87° | 58° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 79° | 53° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 67° | 43° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 34° | 1,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 32° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nevada?
Nevada is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.1638, -119.7674. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nevada right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 24% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nevada?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Nevada, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nevada in?
Nevada observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:56 PM.
How many people live in Nevada?
Nevada has a population of approximately 3.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Nevada?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 177 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 330 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Nevada?
Popular options include Great Basin National Park, Las Vegas Strip, Valley of Fire State Park, Lake Mead, Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay State Park.
What places are in Nevada?
Nevada covers 6 places in this atlas, including Great Basin National Park, Las Vegas, Reno, Valley of Fire State Park, Clark County and Lake Mead.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 12:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
