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Las Vegas, Nevada Temperature & Weather History

Nevada, United States · Climate data since 1981
📍 36.1430°N, 115.2250°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 90.8°F
Min 68.5°F
Max 113.2°F
Coldest Month
❄️
December
Avg 47.5°F
Min 26.2°F
Max 68.8°F
Wettest Month
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February
23 mm
Driest Month
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June
3 mm
Most Humid
💧
January
47%
Least Humid
🌬️
June
16%
Highest Ever
🌡️
118.9°F
July 2024
Lowest Ever
🧊
16.0°F
December 1990

Las Vegas Climate Overview

Las Vegas has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in December, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌨️68.8°F26.2°F47.5°F47%202.42.99
February🌤️74.5°F27.7°F51.1°F44%232.63.96
March🌤️83.6°F32.4°F58.0°F39%172.85.35
April☀️93.5°F39.1°F66.3°F29%73.06.87
May🌞101.7°F47.3°F74.5°F23%53.07.65
June🔥110.2°F57.0°F83.6°F16%33.08.22
July🔥113.2°F68.5°F90.8°F21%162.77.50
August🔥110.3°F67.2°F88.7°F25%182.46.93
September🌞105.1°F56.1°F80.6°F25%122.46.03
October☀️94.1°F43.5°F68.8°F28%102.44.65
November🌤️80.9°F31.4°F56.2°F36%132.43.40
December🌨️68.8°F26.2°F47.5°F45%162.32.70

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Las Vegas Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Las Vegas

December is Las Vegas's coldest month, with average lows reaching 26.2°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 26.6°F70.7°F

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Las Vegas

Summer temperatures in Las Vegas peak in July, climbing to 113.2°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 64.2°F111.2°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Las Vegas

Las Vegas sees its highest rainfall in February, receiving approximately 23 mm of precipitation.
🌧️August to February (avg) · up to 23 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Las Vegas Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Las Vegas, with average highs reaching 113.2°F, while December is the coldest with lows dropping to 26.2°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Las Vegas

February is the wettest month in Las Vegas with about 23 mm, while June is the driest at 3 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the winter months. Humidity stays relatively low (around 32%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and dry conditions.

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:67.8°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:160 mm
Avg Humidity:32%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Las Vegas's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 118.9°F in July 2024, and its coldest dropped to 16.0°F in December 1990. 2025 was the warmest year overall and 1982 the coolest.

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Las Vegas's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 71.8°F), while the coldest was 1982 (avg: 64.0°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Las Vegas's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Las Vegas's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 118.9°F in July 2024, while the lowest dropped to 16.0°F in December 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Las Vegas shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
48.2°F71.8°F95.4°F14828%2.5 m/s
2024
45.3°F70.0°F94.5°F9728%2.5 m/s
2023
44.1°F67.5°F90.9°F18933%2.6 m/s
2022
44.6°F69.1°F93.7°F10929%2.6 m/s
2021
45.9°F70.3°F94.8°F10127%2.6 m/s
2020
44.8°F69.8°F94.8°F8127%2.5 m/s
2019
42.8°F66.7°F90.5°F25134%2.6 m/s
2018
46.0°F69.6°F93.2°F14329%2.5 m/s
2017
45.0°F69.1°F93.2°F12731%2.7 m/s
2016
45.7°F69.3°F92.8°F18331%2.6 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Las Vegas?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Las Vegas, Nevada, with average high temperatures around 113.2°F.

What is the coldest month in Las Vegas?

December is the coldest month in Las Vegas, with average low temperatures around 26.2°F.

What is the rainiest month in Las Vegas?

February receives the most rainfall with approximately 23 mm, while June is the driest with 3 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Las Vegas?

The highest recorded temperature was 118.9°F in July 2024. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Las Vegas?

The lowest recorded temperature was 16.0°F in December 1990.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Las Vegas get?

Las Vegas receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 8.22 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Nevada.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45