Jefferson, NV
Historical community (former settlement) in Lander County, Nevada
Jefferson is a historical community (former settlement) in Lander County, Nevada. It is 34.6 miles N of Kingston, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 89045.
Jefferson at a glance
- State
- Nevada
- County
- Lander County
- ZIP code
- 89045
- Nearest town
- Kingston (34.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Los Angeles
- Coordinates
- 38.7133, -116.9817
Weather in Jefferson now
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Jefferson weather by the hour
Jefferson weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Jefferson.
This week in Jefferson
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Jefferson
What is the weather usually like in Jefferson?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 16°F average low
- 6.4 inprecipitation per year · 163 mm
- 9.6 insnowfall per year · 24 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Jefferson: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station SMOKY VALLEY - CARVERS, NV US (USC00267620), adjusted for the elevation of Jefferson.
Jefferson weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Jefferson through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 4:52 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:27 PM | 10 h 50 min |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:56 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:26 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| May | 5:33 AM | 7:54 PM | 14 h 20 min |
| June | 5:21 AM | 8:15 PM | 14 h 54 min |
| July | 5:34 AM | 8:13 PM | 14 h 39 min |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:43 PM | 13 h 43 min |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:57 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:11 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:29 AM | 4:36 PM | 10 h 6 min |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:28 PM | 9 h 31 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Los Angeles).
What is the weather like in Jefferson?
Jefferson has a cold desert climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 16°F (-9°C).
It gets about 6.4 inches (163 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is January and the driest is June. Snow is common: about 10 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Jefferson is May–June 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 Jefferson
The closest live webcam is Austin, 54.7 miles N of Jefferson.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Jefferson.
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Questions about Jefferson
Where is Jefferson, NV?
Jefferson is a historical community (former settlement) in Lander County, Nevada, 34.6 miles N of Kingston.
What county is Jefferson in?
Jefferson is in Lander County, Nevada.
What is the ZIP code of Jefferson, NV?
The ZIP code for Jefferson is 89045.
What is the nearest town to Jefferson?
Kingston, 34.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Jefferson?
Yes. The closest is Austin, 54.7 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Jefferson?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Jefferson?
December, with an average low of 16°F (-9°C).
How much does it rain in Jefferson?
About 6.4 inches (163 mm) a year; the wettest month is January.
Does it snow in Jefferson?
Yes, about 10 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Jefferson?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Jefferson have?
Cold desert (Köppen BWk).
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