Soil Temperature in Nevada
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Nevada is 71°F, based on 10 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 62°F to 94°F. Last updated July 2, 2026.
Current Planting Conditions
Summer conditions across Nevada with soil averaging 71°F at 2 inches. Warm-season grasses are in peak growth; keep cool-season lawns mowed high and watered deep. The next application windows arrive in fall, starting with pre-emergent as soil falls back through 70°F.
Grass Seed Germination in Nevada
Grass seed germination
Grass seed germination temperatures across Nevada. Soil warmth varies by location, so check a city page for the live reading and what germinates there now.
| Grass species | Germination optimum | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky bluegrass | 59–86°F | 14-30 |
| Tall fescue | 68–86°F | 7-12 |
| Perennial ryegrass | 68–86°F | 5-10 |
| Fine fescue | 59–77°F | 7-14 |
| Bermudagrass | 75–85°F | 10-30 |
Monitoring Stations in Nevada (10)
For root-zone timing (fertilizer, aeration, weed control), see the 4-inch soil temperature for Nevada. For accumulated-heat timing, see growing degree days for Nevada. See the Nevada soil temperature map for the full station view.
| Station | 2" Temp | Last Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Lovelock NNR (Pershing) | 77°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Kyle Canyon (Clark) | 70°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Trough Springs (Clark) | 65°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Charkiln (Clark) | 62°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Lovell Summit (Clark) | 64°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Buckhorn (Washoe) | 63°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Ruby (Elko) | 66°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Denio 52 WSW | 68°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Mercury 3 SSW | 94°F | 2026-07-02 |
| Baker 5 W | 78°F | 2026-07-02 |
Cities in Nevada (20)
| City | ZIP | Current Temp |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder City | 89005 | 64°F |
| Carson City | 89701 | 54°F |
| Coyote Springs | 89037 | 64°F |
| Elko | 89801 | 66°F |
| Ely | 89301 | 78°F |
| Fallon | 89406 | 77°F |
| Gardnerville | 89410 | 54°F |
| Henderson | 89002 | 64°F |
| Incline Village | 89450 | 60°F* |
| Indian Springs | 89018 | 65°F |
| Jean | 89019 | 80°F |
| Las Vegas | 89101 | 64°F |
| Laughlin | 89028 | 86°F |
| Mesquite | 89024 | 87°F |
| North Las Vegas | 89030 | 70°F |
| Pahrump | 89041 | 62°F |
| Reno | 89501 | 66°F* |
| Sparks | 89431 | 66°F* |
| The Lakes | 88901 | 70°F |
| Winnemucca | 89445 | 77°F |
Modeled estimate from Open-Meteo where no monitoring station is within 75 miles; all other readings are measured at USDA and NOAA stations.
Lawn Care Timing Guides for Nevada
- When to Apply Broadleaf Weed Killer on Cool-Season Lawns in Spring
Spring broadleaf timing for Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, perennial ryegrass, and the cool-season blends.
- How to Identify and Kill Nutsedge in Your Lawn
Nutsedge is a sedge, not a grass, which is why standard weed control fails.
- How to Apply Liquid Pre-Emergent Herbicide
Learn how to mix, calibrate, and spray liquid pre-emergent herbicide.
- When to Apply Broadleaf Weed Killer on Warm-Season Lawns in Spring
Spring broadleaf timing for St.
Soil Temperature FAQ for Nevada
What is the current soil temperature in Nevada?
The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Nevada is 71°F, based on 10 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 62°F to 94°F depending on location and elevation.
When should I apply pre-emergent in Nevada?
Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Nevada, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.
When can I plant grass seed in Nevada?
Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.