Geography of Lake Mead
Geography of Lake Mead: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Mead
Valley of Fire State Park is 24 mi to the north, Area Code 702 is 41 mi to the west, Las Vegas is 41 mi to the west and Clark County is 41 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 36°8′40.9″N 114°24′9″W (36.1447, -114.4025)
Quick facts about Lake Mead
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| State | Nevada |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°8′40.9″N 114°24′9″W (36.1447, -114.4025) |
| Maximum depth | 531 ft |
| Known for | the reservoir behind Hoover Dam |
| Local time | 11:13 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, October and November |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Lake Mead is a lake in Nevada. Lake Mead is a lake known as the reservoir behind Hoover Dam.
Right now it is 96°F (36°C) in Lake Mead with overcast. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 88°F to 109°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lake Mead is March, April, May, October and November. The climate is hot and arid. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 108°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 42 mi away. Nearby highlights include Valley of Fire State Park, Las Vegas Strip, Havasu Falls and Zion National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 109°F is 3.6°F above the 106°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. driving is the strongest bet in Lake Mead today at 8.3/10. Gusts to 34 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 Lake Mead 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 | 60° | 45° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 66° | 51° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 57° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 82° | 62° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 92° | 71° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 104° | 82° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 108° | 87° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 106° | 85° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 98° | 77° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 86° | 67° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 69° | 54° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 64° | 49° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Mead?
Lake Mead is a lake in Nevada. Its coordinates are 36.1447, -114.4025. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Lake Mead right now?
It is currently 96°F (36°C) with overcast. Humidity is 29% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Mead?
March, April, May, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Mead, which has a hot and arid climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Mead in?
Lake Mead observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 11:13 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Mead?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 42 mi away, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 231 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 273 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Mead?
Popular options include Valley of Fire State Park, Las Vegas Strip, Havasu Falls, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Grand Canyon National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - 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 24, 2026 at 11:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
