Esmeralda, NV County is located in the southwestern region of Nevada and has a subtropical desert climate. The summers are hot and dry with temperatures reaching up to 95掳F on many days, while the winters are mild with average temperatures between 40-60掳F. Rainfall in Esmeralda County is scarce with an average annual precipitation of just 6 inches. Despite this lack of rainfall, there are several areas within the county that receive higher levels of moisture due to their proximity to rivers or other natural sources of water. This allows for greenery and vegetation in some parts of Esmeralda County, although large stretches remain arid and sometimes barren.
Esmeralda County, Nevada gets 9 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Esmeralda County averages 6 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 290 sunny days per year in Esmeralda County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Esmeralda County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 48 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 93 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 20
Rain: averages 9 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 6 inches of snow a year