Carson City Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Carson City, Nevada - NV, USA)

The climate experienced in Carson City is generally described as being semi-arid. The winter weather is fairly cool, but not excessively cold, while in the summer, plentiful sunshine ensures reliably high temperatures, although evenings can still feel a little on the chilly side.

Carson City enjoys four very distinct seasons. Snowy weather can be expected at any time from November to February, with light snow flurries even possible in October, March and April. Although there are no actual ski slopes within the city itself, 'nearby' you will find the Diamond Peak (in Northern Lake Tahoe), the Heavenly Mountain Resort (in South Lake Tahoe) and the Mount Rose Ski Tahoe Resort (close to Reno, in the Carson Range).

The climate begins to noticeably warm up when March arrives and spring is quickly in the air. By April, daytime temperatures rise above 15°C / 59°F on the sunniest of days, topping 20°C / 68°F in May. Spring is a popular time to pay a visit to Nevada's state capital, when the city is relatively quiet, good-value accommodation is easier to come by and tourist numbers are lower.

Seasonal Climate Variations / When to Go

Summer is the most popular time to plan a vacation to Carson City, with the climate being at its warmest and most appealing.

July tends to feature the hottest and driest weather, with temperatures peaking at in excess of 30°C / 86°F. August is another hot month, with little in the way of precipitation (less than 0.4 inches / 1 cm or rainfall), long daylight hours and plenty of sunshine to go around.

If you are planning a visit during the fall, then you can expect the climate in Carson City to be pleasant. By day, temperatures still manage to rise above 20°C / 68°F, although if you are out and about in the evening, you will certainly need to wear a jacket to stay warm. By the end of October, nighttime temperatures are approaching freezing and a light frost is not unheard of.

Carson City Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

	Maximum	Minimum
January	7°C / 45°F	-5°C / 23°F
February	10°C / 50°F	-3°C / 27°F
March	14°C / 57°F	-1°C / 30°F
April	17°C / 63°F	0°C / 32°F
May	22°C / 72°F	4°C / 39°F
June	27°C / 81°F	8°C / 46°F
July	31°C / 88°F	10°C / 50°F
August	31°C / 88°F	9°C / 48°F
September	26°C / 79°F	6°C / 43°F
October	20°C / 68°F	1°C / 34°F
November	13°C / 55°F	-3°C / 27°F
December	8°C / 46°F	-6°C / 21°F