Weather in North Las Vegas, Nevada
Saguaro crowns open white. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—92°73°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—90°64°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—79°56°
- TuesdayMay 19Clear—84°59°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast—89°62°
- ThursdayMay 21Partly Cloudy—95°63°
- FridayMay 22Mostly Clear—98°68°
- PM 2.5
- 3.0 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 5.4 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 3.0 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 101.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 12:47 PM
- Moonset
- 3:12 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Saguaro crowns open white
North Las Vegas at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 6°F above the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 25 (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 North Las Vegas its warmest temperatures (~93°F mean) while December delivers the coldest (~48°F). February sees peak rainfall at 0.8 inches, and June records the driest conditions at 0.0 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50° | 0.6″ | 2 |
| February | 53° | 0.8″ | 2 |
| March | 61° | 0.5″ | 1 |
| April | 68° | 0.2″ | 0 |
| May | 77° | 0.2″ | 0 |
| June | 87° | 0.0″ | 0 |
| July | 93° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| August | 91° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| September | 83° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| October | 71° | 0.4″ | 1 |
| November | 57° | 0.3″ | 1 |
| December | 48° | 0.5″ | 1 |
Regional context
North Las Vegas belongs to a hot desert climate region that extends across nearby cities. This climate group shares similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions.
Similar climates: Las Vegas, NV, Henderson, NV, Enterprise, NV, Spring Valley, NV, Sunrise Manor, NV.
Naturalist notes
Desert marigold blooms begin appearing in late April as spring temperatures climb past the frost line.
Gambel's quail pairs establish territories and begin their distinctive three-note calls by early May.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in North Las Vegas?
- Mid-April typically brings North Las Vegas's last spring frost, while the first fall frost arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in North Las Vegas?
- February stands as the wettest month with about 0.8 inches of rain on average; annual totals reach roughly 4 inches citywide.
- What is the warmest month in North Las Vegas?
- July typically ranks as the warmest month, averaging about 93°F.
- What is the coldest month in North Las Vegas?
- December typically brings the coldest temperatures, averaging about 48°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in North Las Vegas?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be planted around the last spring frost (mid-April); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does North Las Vegas get?
- North Las Vegas records about 11 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is North Las Vegas?
- North Las Vegas's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool provides current zone designation by city ZIP.
Climate
North Las Vegas, Nevada sits in a hot desert climate zone. January temperatures hover near 50°F while July averages 93°F — a 43°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 4 inches across roughly 11 rainy days in North Las Vegas.
Latitude (36.3°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation determine the year's rhythm. These factors shape what grows here, when frost threatens, and daily weather patterns.