Weather & Climate in Denio, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Denio experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 4,208 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,208 ft (1,283 m) |
| Area | 16.1 sq mi (41.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9889°N, 118.6375°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Humboldt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Crater Lake/Klamath Regional (LMT) 159 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 40.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 14.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 2.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
524 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Sep 14, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.7 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2015 | 42 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.6 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jul 27, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.5 | 82 km | 11 km |
| Jan 22, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.5 | 83 km | 12 km |
| Jun 30, 2004 | 10 km NNE of New Pine Creek, Oregon | M4.4 | 133 km | 9 km |
| Jul 22, 2004 | Oregon | M4.3 | 133 km | 0 km |
| Aug 13, 2015 | 44 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.2 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.2 | 83 km | 9 km |
| Jan 4, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.1 | 83 km | 9 km |
| Jan 3, 2016 | 45 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.1 | 81 km | 11 km |
| Jul 16, 2015 | 42 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.0 | 83 km | 9 km |
| Jul 22, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M4.0 | 83 km | 8 km |
| Jan 22, 2015 | 42 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M3.9 | 84 km | 12 km |
| Jan 4, 2015 | 42 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M3.9 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 2004 | 11 km NNE of New Pine Creek, Oregon | M3.9 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 2012 | 26 km SSE of Paradise Valley, Nevada | M3.9 | 127 km | 0 km |
| Jan 13, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M3.8 | 83 km | 9 km |
| Jul 16, 2015 | 41 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M3.8 | 85 km | 8 km |
| Aug 29, 2014 | Nevada | M3.8 | 83 km | 2 km |
| Aug 1, 2015 | 43 km E of Fort Bidwell, California | M3.8 | 83 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
5 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF0.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 1, 2019 | EF0 | 80 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 2004 | EF0 | 84 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2003 | EF0 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 1988 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 28, 1988 | EF0 | 88 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Diamond Craters (124 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Diamond Craters | Volcanic field | 1,435 m (4,708 ft) | -5610 | 124 km |
| Jordan Craters | Volcanic field | 1,473 m (4,833 ft) | -1250 | 161 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LONG DRAW (500,045 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | LONG DRAW | 500,045 | 97 km |
| 2012 | HOLLOWAY | 457,931 | 32 km |
| 1985 | AMAX 1 | 92,482 | 100 km |
| 1999 | JUNGO COMPLEX | 77,045 | 28 km |
| 1985 | SENTINEL | 74,645 | 66 km |
| 2000 | BILK CREEK COMPLEX (DOUBLE H) | 69,694 | 68 km |
| 2006 | PUEBLO FIRE | 67,854 | 39 km |
| 2001 | UPPER WILLOW | 40,996 | 91 km |
| 1999 | BADGER | 40,247 | 61 km |
| 1985 | WILDER | 39,482 | 12 km |
| 1985 | ANGEL | 38,451 | 69 km |
| 2012 | LONG CANYON | 36,997 | 67 km |
| 2000 | BEATY BUTTE | 32,694 | 68 km |
| 2006 | GRANDDAD | 29,337 | 95 km |
| 1985 | DOUBLEH | 26,856 | 73 km |
| 2005 | BARREL | 23,077 | 97 km |
| 2000 | BILK CREEK COMPLEX (CHERRY CREEK) | 22,988 | 51 km |
| 2001 | V LAKE RX | 20,833 | 58 km |
| 1998 | SKULL CREEK | 20,574 | 53 km |
| 1999 | BEATYBUTTE | 17,616 | 73 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
Denio has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.4") and July the driest (0.3").