Weather in Spring Valley, Nevada
Saguaro crowns open white. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 12:48 PM
- Moonset
- 3:12 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Saguaro crowns open white
Spring Valley at a glance
- Today vs. normal: NaN°F below 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 Spring Valley's warmest temperatures (~93°F mean) while December delivers the coldest (~47°F). Rainfall reaches its peak in February (0.9 inches) and drops to its lowest point in May (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
Spring Valley belongs to a hot desert climate region — sharing similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities.
Similar climates: Las Vegas, NV, Henderson, NV, North Las Vegas, NV, Enterprise, NV, Sunrise Manor, NV.
Naturalist notes
Desert marigolds begin their spring bloom across the valley floor during late April and early May.
Gambel's quail start their distinctive three-note calls at dawn throughout May as breeding season peaks.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Spring Valley?
- Spring Valley's last spring frost typically occurs around mid-April, with the first fall frost returning around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Spring Valley?
- February stands as the wettest month with about 0.9 inches of rain on average; the city receives roughly 5 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Spring Valley?
- July typically brings the warmest weather, averaging about 93°F.
- What is the coldest month in Spring Valley?
- December typically delivers the coldest temperatures, averaging about 47°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Spring Valley?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be planted around the last spring frost (mid-April); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) should wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Spring Valley get?
- Spring Valley averages about 12 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Spring Valley?
- Spring Valley's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperature; check the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Spring Valley, Nevada experiences a hot desert climate zone. January temperatures hover near 48°F while July averages 93°F — a 44°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Spring Valley receives about 5 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 12 rainy days.
Local weather patterns emerge from the city's latitude (36.1°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation — factors that determine what grows here, when frost threatens, and daily weather conditions.