Weather in Paradise, Nevada
Saguaro crowns open white. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Mostly Clear—92°74°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—90°63°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—79°57°
- TuesdayMay 19Clear—83°65°
- WednesdayMay 20Overcast—89°70°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast—94°74°
- FridayMay 22Clear—97°75°
- PM 2.5
- 6.5 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 14.5 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 8.9 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 83.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 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
Paradise at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 3°F above the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 24 (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 Paradise's peak heat with mean temperatures around 93°F, while December delivers the coldest conditions at roughly 47°F. February sees the most rainfall at 0.9 inches, contrasting sharply with May's minimal 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
Paradise falls within a hot desert climate region, sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal rhythms, and growing conditions with neighboring cities throughout the area.
Similar climates: Las Vegas, NV, Henderson, NV, North Las Vegas, NV, Enterprise, NV, Spring Valley, NV.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the evening emergence of Gambel's quail chicks, their downy forms following adults through desert scrubland as temperatures stabilize.
Desert marigold begins its extended blooming period in May, yellow flowers opening to coincide with warming soil temperatures.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Paradise?
- Spring's final frost usually occurs around mid-April in Paradise, while the first fall frost returns around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Paradise?
- February stands as the wettest month, delivering about 0.9 inches of rain on average, while the city's total annual precipitation reaches roughly 5 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Paradise?
- July typically registers as the warmest month, with average temperatures around 93°F.
- What is the coldest month in Paradise?
- December usually marks the coldest period, averaging about 47°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Paradise?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season varieties such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Paradise get?
- Paradise sees about 12 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Paradise?
- Paradise's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP code provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Paradise, Nevada experiences a hot desert climate. Winter temperatures in January typically hover near 48°F, while summer brings July averages of 93°F — creating a 44°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 5 inches, distributed across roughly 12 rainy days throughout the year.
Geography shapes Paradise's weather patterns through its latitude at 36.1°N, proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine what grows here, when frost threatens, and the daily weather patterns residents experience.