Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High39.4°C
Low3.6°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States Las Vegas, United States
The climate in Las Vegas is continental with hot, dry summers, with annual average temperatures spanning 13°C / 56°F during December up to 39°C / 103°F in July.
Rainfall averages about 10 mm / 0.39 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in February (21 mm / 0.83 inches) and the driest in June (2 mm / 0.08 inches).
UV peaks in July (index 9) and drops to its lowest in December (index 4); strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 14.6 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 9.7 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Las Vegas.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
21 mm
February carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.9)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
9 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
15 %to45 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Las Vegas, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Las Vegas compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#5 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#12 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#20 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#17 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#10 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#20 / 20
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Las Vegas, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Las Vegas feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 26°C (79°F), with nights near 14°C (57°F). Overall it feels warm by day and cool after dark. The air usually feels fairly dry and comfortable. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Skies are often clear or only partly cloudy, so you’ll see a good amount of sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Las Vegas for dry weather?
The driest month is usually June, with around 2 mm (0.08 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Las Vegas?
UV tends to peak in July, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Las Vegas a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 9 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 58 km/h (36 mph). Overall it is it can feel quite windy at times, particularly when weather systems move through.
How much daylight does Las Vegas get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.