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Weather & Climate in Mountain City, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mountain City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°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 12.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 117.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 5,655 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,655 ft (1,724 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8373°N, 115.9633°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Elko County County |
| Nearest Airport | Elko Regional (EKO) 71 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 87.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 28.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
460 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 | 119 km | 8 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 10 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M5.1 | 122 km | 0 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.8 | 117 km | 11 km |
| Aug 30, 2025 | 51 km NE of Valmy, Nevada | M4.8 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 25 km S of Wells, Nevada | M4.7 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 119 km | 7 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 4 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 115 km | 13 km |
| Oct 8, 2001 | 36 km NNW of Osino, Nevada | M4.3 | 69 km | 0 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 119 km | 12 km |
| Feb 23, 2008 | 9 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 118 km | 11 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 121 km | 8 km |
| Apr 1, 2008 | 16 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 122 km | 9 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 13 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 119 km | 9 km |
| Feb 24, 2008 | 6 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 120 km | 0 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 11 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Feb 1, 2012 | 28 km SSW of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 131 km | 0 km |
| Feb 28, 2008 | 5 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.0 | 115 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
7 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 11, 1977 | EF1 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2018 | EF0 | 13 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 2009 | EF0 | 24 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2009 | EF0 | 30 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2009 | EF0 | 19 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1993 | EF0 | 41 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1987 | EF0 | 98 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jordan Craters (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jordan Craters | Volcanic field | 1,473 m (4,833 ft) | -1250 | 190 km |
| Black Butte Crater Lava Field | Shield | 1,478 m (4,849 ft) | -8400 | 200 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 | 64 km |
| 2018 | MARTIN | 432,180 | 85 km |
| 2006 | WINTERS | 242,873 | 75 km |
| 2018 | SOUTH SUGARLOAF | 241,426 | 14 km |
| 2006 | CHARLESTON | 154,036 | 64 km |
| 2017 | SNOWSTORM | 153,561 | 69 km |
| 2011 | INDIAN CREEK | 115,891 | 82 km |
| 2006 | AMAZON | 105,310 | 51 km |
| 2005 | ESMERALDA | 101,118 | 84 km |
| 2018 | BRUNEAU | 87,679 | 43 km |
| 1995 | TUANA COMPLEX | 80,638 | 79 km |
| 2019 | POT HOLE | 67,826 | 96 km |
| 2011 | BIG HILL | 65,416 | 79 km |
| 1985 | CROWS NEST | 62,780 | 95 km |
| 2006 | SAILOR CAP | 62,699 | 99 km |
| 2007 | MURPHY COMPLEX (SCOTT CREEK) | 59,642 | 92 km |
| 2008 | EAST SLIDE ROCK RIDGE WFU | 55,098 | 57 km |
| 2005 | WILSON COMPLEX (RAWHIDE) | 50,877 | 42 km |
| 2006 | BASCO | 47,655 | 88 km |
| 2012 | JACKS | 47,219 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
Mountain City has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 19°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.8") and July the driest (0.7").