Geography of Valley of Fire State Park
Geography of Valley of Fire State Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Valley of Fire State Park
Lake Mead is 24 mi to the south, Las Vegas is 40 mi to the south-west, Clark County is 40 mi to the south-west and Area Code 702 is 40 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 36°28′55.2″N 114°31′46.9″W (36.482, -114.5297)
Quick facts about Valley of Fire State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Nevada |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°28′55.2″N 114°31′46.9″W (36.482, -114.5297) |
| Established | 1935 |
| Known for | red Aztec sandstone and petroglyphs |
| Local time | 12:19 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, October and November |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Valley of Fire State Park is a state park in Nevada. Valley of Fire State Park is known for red Aztec sandstone and petroglyphs.
Right now it is 97°F (36°C) in Valley of Fire State Park with clear sky. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 87°F to 107°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park is March, April, May, October and November. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 107°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 44 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Mead, Las Vegas Strip, Zion National Park and Havasu Falls.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 107°F is 3.6°F above the 103°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Valley of Fire State Park today at 9.3/10. Gusts to 35 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 Valley of Fire State Park 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 | 57° | 42° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 64° | 48° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 74° | 55° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 80° | 59° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 90° | 68° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 103° | 80° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 107° | 85° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 103° | 83° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 94° | 74° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 83° | 64° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 67° | 51° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 62° | 46° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Valley of Fire State Park?
Valley of Fire State Park is a state park in Nevada. Its coordinates are 36.482, -114.5297. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Valley of Fire State Park right now?
It is currently 97°F (36°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 24% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park?
March, April, May, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Valley of Fire State Park, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Valley of Fire State Park in?
Valley of Fire State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:19 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Valley of Fire State Park?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 44 mi away, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 254 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 281 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Valley of Fire State Park?
Popular options include Lake Mead, Las Vegas Strip, Zion National Park, Havasu Falls, Death Valley National Park and Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - 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 25, 2026 at 12:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
