Henderson, NV Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Henderson, NV gets 4.2 in of precipitation a year over about 26 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 105°F) and January the coldest (average low 39°F).

Henderson climate at a glance

Desert climate

Henderson, NV has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 57°F in December to 105°F in July. February is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

How much rain does Henderson get?

Henderson gets 4.2 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 26 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 94% of the US.

February is the wettest month, with 0.8 in. June is the driest, with 0.0 in. February has the most rainy days, about 4.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 214 days, to February 12, 2025.

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Does it snow in Henderson?

Rarely. The reporting station for Henderson averages under 0.5 in of snow a season.

The snowiest winter on record is 1973–74, with 13.4 in.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on February 21, 2019.

See where Henderson ranks: snowiest cities in the US.

Henderson weather by month

Henderson weather in January

In January, Henderson averages a high of 59°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 77°F (1975) and the record low is 12°F (1974).

Henderson weather in February

In February, Henderson averages a high of 63°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The February record high is 87°F (1986) and the record low is 16°F (1989).

Henderson weather in March

In March, Henderson averages a high of 71°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The March record high is 98°F (2026) and the record low is 23°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Henderson weather in April

In April, Henderson averages a high of 79°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The April record high is 99°F (2012) and the record low is 31°F (1975). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Henderson weather in May

In May, Henderson averages a high of 89°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The May record high is 109°F (2003) and the record low is 42°F (1975).

Henderson weather in June

In June, Henderson averages a high of 99°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The June record high is 117°F (2017) and the record low is 48°F (1993).

Henderson weather in July

In July, Henderson averages a high of 105°F and a low of 81°F. It gets 0.4 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The July record high is 120°F (2024) and the record low is 60°F (1987).

Henderson weather in August

In August, Henderson averages a high of 103°F and a low of 80°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The August record high is 116°F (1979) and the record low is 60°F (1973).

Henderson weather in September

In September, Henderson averages a high of 95°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 86% of daylight hours. The September record high is 114°F (2020) and the record low is 47°F (1971).

Henderson weather in October

In October, Henderson averages a high of 82°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 85% of daylight hours. The October record high is 104°F (2024) and the record low is 26°F (1971).

Henderson weather in November

In November, Henderson averages a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The November record high is 87°F (1988) and the record low is 22°F (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Henderson weather in December

In December, Henderson averages a high of 57°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The December record high is 77°F (1980) and the record low is 11°F (1990).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Henderson

September is the sunniest month in Henderson, with sunshine about 86% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 59%. Over the year the sun shines about 74% of daylight hours. Henderson is sunnier than 99% of the US.

Humidity peaks in January at 39% and is lowest in June at 13%.

Wind averages 8 mph over the year, and April is the windiest month at 10 mph.

Henderson has about 136 days a year above 90°F. Henderson is hotter than 98% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 15 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Henderson

The first fall freeze in Henderson typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around February 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 297 days.

Henderson weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Henderson station is 120°F, on July 7, 2024. The coldest is 11°F, on December 23, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 1.6 in of rain, on August 22, 2012.

33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +1.1°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Henderson

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 60°F and lows near 41°F. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 57°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 102°F and lows near 79°F.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 81°F and lows near 59°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysWindHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January0.56 in36 mph39%59%77°12°
February0.80 in47 mph28%69%87°16°
March0.42 in39 mph27%61%98°23°
April0.20 in210 mph16%77%99°31°
May0.07 in110 mph14%82%109°42°
June0.04 in010 mph13%80%117°48°
July0.38 in39 mph15%74%120°60°
August0.32 in28 mph20%76%116°60°
September0.32 in28 mph19%86%114°47°
October0.32 in27 mph20%85%104°26°
November0.30 in27 mph25%76%87°22°
December0.45 in36 mph33%61%77°11°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Henderson climate questions

How much rain does Henderson get?

Henderson gets 4.2 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 26 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Henderson?

February is the wettest month in Henderson, with 0.8 in. June is the driest, with 0.0 in.

How many rainy days does Henderson have a year?

Henderson has about 26 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 4.

Does it snow in Henderson?

Rarely. The reporting station for Henderson averages under 0.5 in of snow a season. The snowiest winter on record is 1973–74, with 13.4 in.

What is the hottest month in Henderson?

July is the warmest month in Henderson, with an average high of 105°F.

What is the coldest month in Henderson?

January is the coldest month in Henderson, with an average low of 39°F.

What is the record high temperature in Henderson?

The record high at the Henderson station is 120°F, set on July 7, 2024. The record low is 11°F, on December 23, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in Henderson?

September is the sunniest month in Henderson, with sunshine about 86% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Henderson?

The first fall freeze in Henderson typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around February 8.

What is the best time to visit Henderson?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station MCCARRAN INTL AP (17 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station MCCARRAN INTL AP.