National Parks in Nevada
Nevada travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
National and state parks in Nevada
Map of Nevada
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Coordinates: 39°9′49.7″N 119°46′2.6″W (39.1638, -119.7674)
Best time to visit Nevada
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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 69°F (21°C) in Nevada with overcast. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 65°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 5.8°F above 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 9.6/10. Gusts to 33 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.
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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 69°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 23% and wind is 5 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 2:50 AM.
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 21, 2026 at 2:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
