The best times to visit Henderson for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

October 1st to November 4th

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

 

 


Other Henderson Travel Info

Weather in Henderson

Temperature

Average temperatures in Henderson 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 52nd 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 Henderson, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 106.7°F (41.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.3°F (25.7°C) at night.

Henderson Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Henderson 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.

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Henderson Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Henderson 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 59.4 46 35.3
Feb 64.5 51 39.8
Mar 74.2 59.8 47.1
Apr 81 66.3 52.8
May 89.5 75.5 61.6
Jun 101.2 87.3 72.7
Jul 105.4 92.2 79.3
Aug 103.5 90 76.8
Sep 97.1 82.8 69.3
Oct 82.5 68.3 55.9
Nov 69.2 55.5 43.9
Dec 56.6 44.9 35.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.2 7.8 1.8
Feb 18.1 10.6 4.3
Mar 23.4 15.4 8.4
Apr 27.2 19.1 11.6
May 31.9 24.2 16.4
Jun 38.4 30.7 22.6
Jul 40.8 33.4 26.3
Aug 39.7 32.2 24.9
Sep 36.2 28.2 20.7
Oct 28.1 20.2 13.3
Nov 20.7 13.1 6.6
Dec 13.7 7.2 1.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Henderson are June, April, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st 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 Henderson? 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 Henderson.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Henderson (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.4
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 1% 0 0.1
Apr 0% 0 0.1
May 1% 0 0.1
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 5% 0 0.5
Aug 6% 0 0.9
Sep 3% 0 0.4
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 3% 0 0.2
Dec 4% 0 0.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 1 0 0.3
Apr 0 0 0.3
May 1 0 0.3
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 5 0 1.3
Aug 6 0 2.3
Sep 3 0 1
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 3 0 0.5
Dec 4 0 1.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Henderson has no months that would be considered humid, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is June (6.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (35%).

Wind in Henderson is usually moderate. The windiest month is June, followed by May and April. June’s average wind speed of around 10.1 knots (11.6 MPH or 18.6 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 early May where average top sustained speeds reach 19.2 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Henderson.

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 5.9 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Feb 6.9 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Mar 8.6 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Apr 9.9 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
May 10 Gentle breeze 18.1 Significant breeze
Jun 10.1 Gentle breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
Jul 8.5 Gentle breeze 17.1 Significant breeze
Aug 8.4 Gentle breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Sep 7.1 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Nov 6.1 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 27.1%
Feb 26.7%
Mar 16.2%
Apr 11.3%
May 9.9%
Jun 6.3%
Jul 14.5%
Aug 15.5%
Sep 15.6%
Oct 18.3%
Nov 21.5%
Dec 35%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Henderson?

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 Henderson, NV, US is July, followed by June and April. 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 Henderson 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 50.2 in November means 50.2% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Henderson Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.7°F (35.4°C) and 66.2°F (19°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

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 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Henderson, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 100.5°F (38.1°C) and 62.7°F (17.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: approximately 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 Henderson to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 54°F (12.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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