Alum, NV
Historical community (former settlement) in Esmeralda County, Nevada
Alum is a historical community (former settlement) in Esmeralda County, Nevada. It is 10.5 miles S of Silver Peak, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 89047.
Alum at a glance
- State
- Nevada
- County
- Esmeralda County
- ZIP code
- 89047
- Nearest town
- Silver Peak (10.5 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Coordinates
- 37.9086, -117.6658
Weather in Alum now
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Alum weather by the hour
Alum weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Alum.
This week in Alum
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Alum
What is the weather usually like in Alum?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 97°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 18°F average low
- 4.3 inprecipitation per year · 110 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Alum: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station SILVERPEAK, NV US (USC00267463), adjusted for the elevation of Alum.
Alum weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Alum through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:03 AM | 4:56 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| February | 6:38 AM | 5:30 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 6:59 AM | 6:59 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:27 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 5:38 AM | 7:55 PM | 14 h 16 min |
| June | 5:26 AM | 8:16 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| July | 5:39 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 34 min |
| August | 6:04 AM | 7:45 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:00 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:14 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:30 AM | 4:40 PM | 10 h 10 min |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:34 PM | 9 h 36 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Los Angeles).
What is the weather like in Alum?
Alum has a cold desert climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 97°F (36°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 18°F (-8°C).
It gets about 4.3 inches (110 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is December.
The best time to visit Alum is April–May and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Alum
The closest live webcam is Mono County, 38.4 miles SW of Alum.
Webcams: Windy.com · Traffic cameras: Caltrans. Distances in a straight line from Alum.
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Questions about Alum
Where is Alum, NV?
Alum is a historical community (former settlement) in Esmeralda County, Nevada, 10.5 miles S of Silver Peak.
What county is Alum in?
Alum is in Esmeralda County, Nevada.
What is the ZIP code of Alum, NV?
The ZIP code for Alum is 89047.
What is the nearest town to Alum?
Silver Peak, 10.5 miles away.
Are there webcams near Alum?
Yes. The closest is Mono County, 38.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Alum?
July, with an average high of 97°F (36°C).
What is the coldest month in Alum?
December, with an average low of 18°F (-8°C).
How much does it rain in Alum?
About 4.3 inches (110 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Alum?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Alum?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Alum have?
Cold desert (Köppen BWk).
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