Climate Insights for Las Vegas

Clark County, Las Vegas Valley, United States

Hottest
July
38°C peak101°F peak
Coldest
January
3°C low37°F low
Wettest
January
28 mm rain1.1 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Las Vegas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 167 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 28 mm of rainfall. Las Vegas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and February.The climate in Las Vegas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 6.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.1 in of rainfall. Las Vegas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 37°F. Light snow can occur between January and February.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 3°FebMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 4°MarMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 7°AprMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°MayMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°JunMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°JulMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 25°AugMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 24°SepMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°OctMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°NovMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 7°DecMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 3°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 55°FAverage: 45°FMin: 37°FFebMax: 60°FAverage: 48°FMin: 39°FMarMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 45°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 97°FAverage: 84°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 101°FAverage: 90°FMin: 77°FAugMax: 98°FAverage: 87°FMin: 75°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 67°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FNovMax: 65°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FDecMax: 57°FAverage: 46°FMin: 37°F
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Temperatures in Las Vegas vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Las Vegas has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 64°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 101°F and an average of 90°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 2mmFebPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 2mmMarPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mm
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Snow
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 1inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 1inMarPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0in
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Las Vegas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 167 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 28 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 3 mm. That's 25 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 5cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.Las Vegas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.1 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.1 in. That's 1 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 2in annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Las Vegas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Las Vegas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan7°45°F
Feb9°48°F
Mar12°54°F
Apr18°64°F
May22°72°F
Jun29°84°F
Jul32°90°F
Aug30°87°F
Sep26°79°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov12°53°F
Dec8°46°F

The best time to visit Las Vegas is during April, May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Las Vegas is during April, May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 101°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 37°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Las Vegas based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Las Vegas based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
8 km/h5 mph
28 mm1.1 in
2 cm1 in
Feb
4 °C39 °F
16 °C60 °F
9 km/h5 mph
23 mm0.9 in
2 cm1 in
Mar
7 °C45 °F
19 °C66 °F
10 km/h6 mph
21 mm0.8 in
1 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
36 °C97 °F
10 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C77 °F
38 °C101 °F
9 km/h6 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
24 °C75 °F
37 °C98 °F
9 km/h6 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C67 °F
33 °C91 °F
9 km/h5 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
7 °C44 °F
18 °C65 °F
8 km/h5 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
3 °C37 °F
14 °C57 °F
7 km/h5 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in