Nevada Weather Forecast
Nevada weather: 72°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Nevada weather in February
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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).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Nevada compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Nevada.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe | 15 mi | 48°F | 37°F cooler | 26 in |
| Lake Tahoe | 15 mi | 48°F | 37°F cooler | 26 in |
| Emerald Bay State Park | 23 mi | 47°F | 39°F cooler | 34 in |
| Yosemite National Park | 91 mi | 39°F | 47°F cooler | 38 in |
| Half Dome | 99 mi | 40°F | 46°F cooler | 39 in |
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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 10:25 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 10:25 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
