Weather in Enterprise, Nevada
Saguaro crowns open white. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Partly Cloudy—90°71°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—87°62°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—76°54°
- TuesdayMay 19Clear—81°58°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast—88°60°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast—93°64°
- FridayMay 22Clear—96°66°
- PM 2.5
- 4.8 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 14.3 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 2.2 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 123.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.1 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 12:48 PM
- Moonset
- 3:11 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Saguaro crowns open white
Enterprise at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 6°F above the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 23 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Enterprise's peak heat with temperatures averaging around 93°F, while December marks the coldest period at roughly 47°F. February delivers the year's heaviest rainfall at 0.9 inches, contrasting sharply with May's meager 0.1 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48° | 0.6″ | 2 |
| February | 53° | 0.9″ | 2 |
| March | 60° | 0.5″ | 1 |
| April | 67° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| May | 76° | 0.1″ | 0 |
| June | 87° | 0.1″ | 0 |
| July | 93° | 0.4″ | 1 |
| August | 91° | 0.4″ | 1 |
| September | 83° | 0.4″ | 1 |
| October | 69° | 0.4″ | 1 |
| November | 56° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| December | 47° | 0.5″ | 1 |
Regional context
Enterprise belongs to the hot desert climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Las Vegas, NV, Henderson, NV, North Las Vegas, NV, Spring Valley, NV, Sunrise Manor, NV.
Naturalist notes
Desert marigolds begin their spring bloom in late April, painting the landscape with bright yellow flowers.
Gambel's quail start their courtship calls in early May, their distinctive three-note whistle echoing across the desert terrain.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Enterprise?
- Spring's final frost typically occurs around mid-April in Enterprise, while the season's first frost returns around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Enterprise?
- February stands as the wettest month, delivering about 0.9 inches of rain on average, while the city's annual total reaches roughly 5 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Enterprise?
- July typically records the highest temperatures, with averages around 93°F.
- What is the coldest month in Enterprise?
- December brings the year's coldest weather, averaging about 47°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Enterprise?
- Cool-season vegetables like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks longer.
- How many rainy days does Enterprise get?
- Enterprise sees precipitation on about 12 days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Enterprise?
- Enterprise's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperatures; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP code provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Enterprise, Nevada experiences a hot desert climate zone. Temperatures hover near 48°F in January and climb to an average of 93°F in July — creating a 44°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 5 inches, distributed across roughly 12 rainy days throughout the year.
Geography shapes Enterprise's weather patterns through its latitude at 36.0°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine what grows locally, when frost threatens, and the daily weather patterns residents experience.