Humboldt County Climate
Humboldt County, Nevada
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
49.7°F
Annual Precip
8.8"
Annual Snowfall
19.0"
Extreme Heat Days
57
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,502
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Humboldt County
Climate Verdict
Humboldt County has a cool, averaging 49.7°F annually, arid conditions receiving just 8.8 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 56.566666666666656 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 19.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.6°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.9°F. The 42°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Humboldt County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Humboldt County closely matches the Nevada statewide average temperature of 52.0°F.
Climate Profile
About Humboldt County Weather
Cooler than the national median
Humboldt County’s average annual temperature of 49.7°F sits a few degrees below the national median. It experiences a classic Great Basin climate with cold winters and hot, dry summers.
Near the Nevada average
At 49.7°F, Humboldt is slightly cooler than the Nevada state average of 52.0°F. Its precipitation of 8.8 inches almost exactly matches the state's average of 8.6 inches.
Warmer than Elko and Eureka
Humboldt is significantly warmer and less snowy than Elko County. It sees 57 days of extreme heat, which is notably more than the 39 days recorded in neighboring Eureka.
Hot summers and steady snow
Summer brings 57 days over 90°F, while July averages 72.9°F. Winter remains active with 19.0 inches of annual snowfall and a winter average temperature of 31.8°F.
Be ready for two extremes
HVAC systems must be robust enough to handle both the 57 extreme heat days and the freezing winter lows. Winter tires are recommended to navigate the 19 inches of annual snow.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.