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Weather & Climate in Spring Creek, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Spring Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°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 13.5 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 5,448 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,448 ft (1,661 m) |
| Area | 58.8 sq mi (152.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 279/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7441°N, 115.5980°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Elko County County |
| Nearest Airport | Elko Regional (EKO) 12 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
508 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 | 76 km | 8 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 10 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M5.1 | 77 km | 0 km |
| Aug 30, 2025 | 51 km NE of Valmy, Nevada | M4.8 | 104 km | 8 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.8 | 71 km | 11 km |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 25 km S of Wells, Nevada | M4.7 | 55 km | 7 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 4 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 72 km | 13 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.6 | 72 km | 7 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 43 km ESE of Lamoille, Nevada | M4.4 | 54 km | 5 km |
| Oct 8, 2001 | 36 km NNW of Osino, Nevada | M4.3 | 58 km | 0 km |
| Feb 22, 2008 | 5 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 72 km | 12 km |
| Apr 17, 1997 | 34 km E of Crescent Valley, Nevada | M4.3 | 64 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2008 | 9 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.3 | 77 km | 11 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 71 km | 8 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 13 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 81 km | 9 km |
| Feb 24, 2008 | 6 km E of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 73 km | 0 km |
| Feb 21, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 72 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 71 km | 9 km |
| Apr 1, 2008 | 16 km NE of Wells, Nevada | M4.1 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2025 | 61 km NNE of Valmy, Nevada | M4.0 | 111 km | 4 km |
| Mar 31, 2025 | 57 km NE of Valmy, Nevada | M4.0 | 108 km | 6 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.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 24, 2023 | EF1 | 28 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1987 | EF1 | 19 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1979 | EF1 | 49 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 17, 1962 | EF1 | 91 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 13, 2021 | EF0 | 10 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 2014 | EF0 | 71 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2014 | EF0 | 17 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 21, 2014 | EF0 | 19 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2012 | EF0 | 40 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 2009 | EF0 | 96 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2004 | EF0 | 12 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1998 | EF0 | 67 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 1996 | EF0 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1993 | EF0 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1992 | EF0 | 23 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 1991 | EF0 | 5 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1987 | EF0 | 17 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1987 | EF0 | 60 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 1987 | EF0 | 84 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 1983 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ROOSTERS COMB (217,510 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | ROOSTERS COMB | 217,510 | 90 km |
| 1999 | SADLER COMPLEX | 183,908 | 53 km |
| 2006 | CHARLESTON | 154,036 | 78 km |
| 2006 | SHEEP | 153,116 | 93 km |
| 2011 | INDIAN CREEK | 115,891 | 69 km |
| 2005 | ESMERALDA | 101,118 | 93 km |
| 2006 | SUZIE | 81,760 | 37 km |
| 2000 | NORTHEAST ELKO COUNTY ZONE (COUNTY ZONE) | 67,886 | 90 km |
| 2007 | RED HOUSE COMPLEX | 65,594 | 38 km |
| 1999 | FRENCHIE | 55,277 | 74 km |
| 2011 | CHUKKAR CANYON | 50,449 | 60 km |
| 1999 | ROSE | 48,365 | 61 km |
| 2006 | BASCO | 47,655 | 46 km |
| 2012 | WILLOW | 43,612 | 92 km |
| 2007 | HEPWORTH COMPLEX (HEPWORTH) | 40,305 | 79 km |
| 2006 | MARBLE | 39,366 | 48 km |
| 1996 | FRENCHY FLAT | 32,401 | 60 km |
| 1996 | BOBS FLAT | 27,890 | 63 km |
| 2018 | GOSHUTE CAVE | 27,393 | 95 km |
| 2017 | TABOR FLATS | 25,182 | 49 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Spring Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 26°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.6") and July the driest (0.5").