Weather & Climate in Cal-Nev-Ari, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cal-Nev-Ari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 / residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 25% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,548 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,548 ft (777 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2996°N, 114.8777°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Laughlin/Bullhead International (IFP) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 64.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 24.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 40 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very High |
| Risk Score | 99.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 46.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 6.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Relatively High |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Very High |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1,262 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.1.
| Oct 16, 1999 | The 1999 Hector Mine, California Earthquake | M7.1 | 148 km | 14 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 13km WSW of Ludlow, CA | M5.8 | 146 km | 14 km |
| Oct 22, 1999 | 28km NW of Ludlow, California | M5.0 | 148 km | 0 km |
| Oct 21, 1999 | 27km NW of Ludlow, California | M5.0 | 146 km | 0 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 25km S of Ludlow, CA | M5.0 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Oct 29, 2002 | 13km NW of Ludlow, CA | M4.8 | 138 km | 4 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 17km W of Ludlow, CA | M4.7 | 149 km | 1 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 12km WSW of Ludlow, CA | M4.6 | 145 km | 0 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 19km WNW of Ludlow, CA | M4.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 14km SSW of Ludlow, CA | M4.6 | 146 km | -1 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 11km WSW of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 144 km | -1 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 18km W of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Oct 21, 1999 | 27km NW of Ludlow, California | M4.5 | 146 km | 3 km |
| Jun 26, 2000 | 14km WNW of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Oct 19, 1999 | 17km W of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 149 km | 6 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 18km SSW of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 149 km | -1 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 17km WNW of Ludlow, CA | M4.5 | 143 km | -1 km |
| Nov 14, 1999 | 26km WNW of Ludlow, CA | M4.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 21km NW of Ludlow, CA | M4.4 | 143 km | -1 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 15km SW of Ludlow, CA | M4.4 | 148 km | -1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
20 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1. Total: 1 injury.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 21, 2001 | EF1 | 50 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF1 | 63 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1992 | EF1 | 100 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1983 | EF1 | 71 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 1972 | EF1 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2020 | EF0 | 93 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 2016 | EF0 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2014 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2010 | EF0 | 83 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 1998 | EF0 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1998 | EF0 | 43 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1997 | EF0 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 47 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 63 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 30, 1990 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1975 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1972 | EF0 | 87 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1971 | EF0 | 95 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Uinkaret Field (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Uinkaret Field | Volcanic field | 1,555 m (5,102 ft) | 1100 | 198 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: YORK (94,736 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | YORK | 94,736 | 30 km |
| 2005 | HACKBERRY COMPLEX | 69,967 | 46 km |
| 2020 | DOME | 43,628 | 65 km |
| 2005 | GOODSPRINGS | 33,448 | 87 km |
| 1994 | COYOTE | 24,951 | 47 km |
| 2005 | PERKINS COMPLEX | 18,064 | 49 km |
| 2005 | TWIN MILLS | 12,244 | 46 km |
| 2006 | BLACK MOUNTAIN COMPLEX | 8,974 | 43 km |
| 1994 | FORT PIUTE | 6,350 | 14 km |
| 1994 | COYOTE | 6,154 | 74 km |
| 2015 | WILLOW | 6,084 | 60 km |
| 2013 | DEAN PEAK | 5,846 | 94 km |
| 1994 | WARM | 5,100 | 65 km |
| 1995 | SENATOR II | 5,019 | 83 km |
| 1995 | ICEHOUSE | 4,570 | 58 km |
| 2006 | SECRET | 4,537 | 51 km |
| 1994 | LIBERTY | 4,222 | 64 km |
| 2002 | VOCK CYN | 3,668 | 69 km |
| 1993 | JUNCTION | 3,297 | 52 km |
| 1998 | SOUTH DIKE | 3,148 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Cal-Nev-Ari has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 45°F in December to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.0").