Weather & Climate in Las Vegas, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Las Vegas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.0 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 2,356 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
92°F Jul (33°C)
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,356 ft (718 m) |
| Area | 134.4 sq mi (348.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,588/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2335°N, 115.2640°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Clark County County |
| Nearest Airport | Harry Reid International (LAS) 12 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
579 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jun 29, 1992 | 47 km ESE of Beatty, Nevada | M5.8 | 106 km | 9 km |
| May 22, 2015 | 37 km SSW of Caliente, Nevada | M5.3 | 130 km | 4 km |
| Mar 10, 1990 | 65 km SSW of Rachel, Nevada | M5.0 | 121 km | 0 km |
| Jan 27, 1999 | 39 km NW of Indian Springs, Nevada | M4.8 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Aug 4, 1992 | 22 km SE of Alamo, Nevada | M4.6 | 115 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2004 | 30 km ESE of Alamo, Nevada | M4.5 | 122 km | 0 km |
| Aug 14, 2024 | 8 km NW of Indian Springs, Nevada | M4.4 | 61 km | 13 km |
| Jul 5, 1992 | California-Nevada border region | M4.4 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 1993 | 43 km WNW of Indian Springs, Nevada | M4.4 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 1999 | 37 km NW of Indian Springs, Nevada | M4.4 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2006 | 45 km SSW of Caliente, Nevada | M4.4 | 123 km | 0 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 29km WSW of Tecopa, California | M4.3 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Mar 24, 2002 | 41 km SSE of Alamo, Nevada | M4.3 | 88 km | 9 km |
| Jun 30, 2008 | 36 km SSE of Caliente, Nevada | M4.3 | 149 km | 0 km |
| Apr 26, 1997 | 56 km SSW of Rachel, Nevada | M4.3 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 1992 | 52 km WNW of Indian Springs, Nevada | M4.3 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 1995 | 37 km NE of Beatty, Nevada | M4.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 1998 | 9 km S of Alamo, Nevada | M4.2 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 2002 | 46 km ESE of Beatty, Nevada | M4.2 | 107 km | 12 km |
| Mar 1, 2013 | 50km WSW of Shoshone, CA | M4.1 | 145 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
15 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 30, 1992 | EF1 | 12 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Oct 14, 1989 | EF1 | 34 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1989 | EF1 | 75 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1964 | EF1 | 40 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2019 | EF0 | 68 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2014 | EF0 | 57 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 1998 | EF0 | 34 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1998 | EF0 | 91 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1992 | EF0 | 14 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 30, 1990 | EF0 | 51 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1987 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1986 | EF0 | 51 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 22, 1984 | EF0 | 53 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1975 | EF0 | 40 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1971 | EF0 | 17 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 (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Uinkaret Field | Volcanic field | 1,555 m (5,102 ft) | 1100 | 192 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FORK (43,665 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | FORK | 43,665 | 95 km |
| 2005 | GOODSPRINGS | 33,448 | 40 km |
| 2013 | CARPENTER 1 | 27,879 | 31 km |
| 2005 | SOUTHERN NEVADA COMPLEX (TRAMP) | 27,560 | 98 km |
| 2006 | VEGAS | 21,593 | 58 km |
| 2006 | FWS 9 | 20,441 | 32 km |
| 2005 | PERKINS COMPLEX | 18,064 | 100 km |
| 2005 | SOUTHERN NEVADA COMPLEX (COYOTE) | 9,953 | 38 km |
| 2005 | SOUTHERN NEVADA COMPLEX (LAMB) | 8,094 | 73 km |
| 1994 | RATTLESNAK | 6,521 | 92 km |
| 1987 | ZIPPER | 6,306 | 34 km |
| 2005 | IAN | 5,810 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 5,242 | 96 km |
| 1995 | SENATOR II | 5,019 | 93 km |
| 2005 | SOUTHERN NEVADA COMPLEX (WAMP) | 4,813 | 47 km |
| 2005 | VEGAS | 4,724 | 42 km |
| 2002 | LOST CABIN | 4,555 | 32 km |
| 2019 | BONELLI PEAK | 4,101 | 91 km |
| 2005 | SOUTHERN NEVADA COMPLEX (DRY LAKE) | 3,876 | 31 km |
| 2005 | KINGSTON | 3,739 | 75 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Las Vegas has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 47°F in December to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.0").