All Countries
Weather & Climate in Jackpot, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jackpot has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 5,217 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 44.6°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,217 ft (1,590 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 366/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9795°N, 114.6646°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Twin Falls County County |
| Nearest Airport | Joslin Field/Magic Valley Regional (TWF) 36 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 24.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 47.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
331 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Feb 21, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M5.9 | 94 km | 8 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 10 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M5.1 | 95 km | 0 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.8 | 97 km | 11 km |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 25 km S of Wells, Nevada | M4.7 | 125 km | 7 km |
| Nov 4, 1992 | 67 km ENE of Montello, Nevada | M4.7 | 112 km | 9 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 98 km | 7 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 4 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 95 km | 13 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 98 km | 12 km |
| Oct 8, 2001 | 36 km NNW of Osino, Nevada | M4.3 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Feb 23, 2008 | 9 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 93 km | 11 km |
| Feb 24, 2008 | 6 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 97 km | 0 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 100 km | 9 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 13 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 89 km | 9 km |
| Apr 1, 2008 | 16 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 97 km | 9 km |
| Feb 1, 2012 | 28 km SSW of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 128 km | 0 km |
| Feb 28, 2008 | 5 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 94 km | 8 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 11 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 89 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
31 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 9, 1990 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1990 | EF1 | 89 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 20, 1988 | EF1 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1986 | EF1 | 70 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1985 | EF1 | 73 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1957 | EF1 | 65 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 2023 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 2019 | EF0 | 56 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 2016 | EF0 | 90 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2013 | EF0 | 94 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 16, 2011 | EF0 | 66 km | 7.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2009 | EF0 | 99 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 2009 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 22, 2008 | EF0 | 52 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1998 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1998 | EF0 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 12, 1998 | EF0 | 73 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1995 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1993 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 1993 | EF0 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Black Butte Crater Lava Field (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Black Butte Crater Lava Field | Shield | 1,478 m (4,849 ft) | -8400 | 136 km |
| Wapi Lava Field | Shield | 1,604 m (5,262 ft) | -300 | 155 km |
| Craters of the Moon | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,005 m (6,578 ft) | -130 | 186 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MURPHY COMPLEX (567,409 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | MURPHY COMPLEX | 567,409 | 58 km |
| 2010 | LONG BUTTE | 302,546 | 93 km |
| 2005 | CLOVER | 199,023 | 85 km |
| 2012 | KINYON ROAD | 171,409 | 81 km |
| 2007 | WINECUP COMPLEX (WEST FORK) | 159,805 | 49 km |
| 2006 | CHARLESTON | 154,036 | 88 km |
| 2018 | GOOSE CREEK | 131,432 | 66 km |
| 2018 | BRUNEAU | 87,679 | 81 km |
| 2020 | BADGER | 86,836 | 50 km |
| 2012 | CAVE CANYON | 84,780 | 58 km |
| 1995 | TUANA COMPLEX | 80,638 | 81 km |
| 2000 | NORTHEAST ELKO COUNTY ZONE (COUNTY ZONE) | 67,886 | 83 km |
| 2019 | POT HOLE | 67,826 | 95 km |
| 2007 | HIGHWAY 93 COMPLEX (WEST BASIN) | 63,143 | 17 km |
| 1985 | CROWS NEST | 62,780 | 86 km |
| 2006 | SAILOR CAP | 62,699 | 85 km |
| 1986 | BLUE BUTTE | 62,445 | 92 km |
| 2007 | MURPHY COMPLEX (SCOTT CREEK) | 59,642 | 17 km |
| 2000 | WEST BASIN | 56,396 | 30 km |
| 2008 | EAST SLIDE ROCK RIDGE WFU | 55,098 | 54 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in |
Jackpot has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 25°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.6") and February the driest (0.7").