The best times to visit Downtown Las Vegas for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

October 1st to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Downtown Las Vegas Travel Info

Weather in Downtown Las Vegas

Temperature

Average temperatures in Downtown Las Vegas vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Downtown Las Vegas, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 106°F (41.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.8°F (26.6°C) at night.

Downtown Las Vegas Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Downtown Las Vegas Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Downtown Las Vegas Perceived Temperature (F)

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Downtown Las Vegas Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Downtown Las Vegas Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 59.6 48 38
Feb 64.5 52.5 42.1
Mar 73.9 61 49.3
Apr 80.8 67.4 54.7
May 89.4 76.6 63.5
Jun 100.7 87.8 73
Jul 104.9 92.6 79.7
Aug 103 90.4 77.1
Sep 96.3 83.5 70.8
Oct 82.1 69.4 57.8
Nov 69.2 57 46.1
Dec 56.7 46.3 37.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.3 8.9 3.3
Feb 18.1 11.4 5.6
Mar 23.3 16.1 9.6
Apr 27.1 19.7 12.6
May 31.9 24.8 17.5
Jun 38.2 31 22.8
Jul 40.5 33.7 26.5
Aug 39.4 32.4 25.1
Sep 35.7 28.6 21.6
Oct 27.8 20.8 14.3
Nov 20.7 13.9 7.8
Dec 13.7 7.9 3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Downtown Las Vegas are June, May, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late March. For example, on the week of March 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Downtown Las Vegas? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Downtown Las Vegas.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Downtown Las Vegas (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.5
Feb 3% 0 0.4
Mar 2% 0 0.2
Apr 1% 0 0.1
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 4% 0 0.5
Sep 3% 0 0.4
Oct 4% 0 0.5
Nov 1% 0 0.1
Dec 4% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1.3
Feb 3 0 1
Mar 2 0 0.5
Apr 1 0 0.3
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 4 0 1.3
Sep 3 0 1
Oct 4 0 1.3
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 4 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Downtown Las Vegas has no months that would be considered humid, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is June (5.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (33%).

Wind in Downtown Las Vegas is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 8.2 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 18.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Downtown Las Vegas.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Feb 5.8 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
May 8 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Jun 7.5 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Jul 6.4 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Aug 6.2 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.7 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Dec 5.3 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 25.1%
Feb 24.5%
Mar 14.8%
Apr 10.3%
May 8.8%
Jun 5.8%
Jul 13.6%
Aug 14.4%
Sep 14.5%
Oct 17.6%
Nov 20.3%
Dec 33%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Downtown Las Vegas?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Downtown Las Vegas, NV, US is January, followed by July and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Downtown Las Vegas in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 64.2 in November means 64.2% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Downtown Las Vegas Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.6°F (35.3°C) and 66.5°F (19.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see moderate precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Downtown Las Vegas, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 99.9°F (37.7°C) and 62.7°F (17.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Downtown Las Vegas to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 53.9°F (12.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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