When to visit Las Vegas without the crowds
Las Vegas (Nevada, United States) is calmest in February, August and December: fewer people and better prices. It gets busiest in April, May, June, July and November. Below is every month with crowds, temperatures and festivals. Careful with August: the calm has a reason (see the seasonal heads-ups).
Best months
Jul–Aug & Dec
When everyone heads home
The week after a big convention: check the convention center calendar.
Tip
Prices follow conventions more than seasons: a Tuesday with no big event is cheapest.
Month by month
| Month | Crowds | Avg. high | Festivals & holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3/5 · moderate | 15 °C (59 °F) | CES tech show (January), New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day |
| February | 2/5 · calm | 18 °C (64 °F) | Presidents Day |
| March | 3/5 · moderate | 21 °C (70 °F) | |
| April | 4/5 · busy | 27 °C (80 °F) | |
| May | 4/5 · busy | 31 °C (88 °F) | Memorial Day |
| June | 4/5 · busy ⚠ | 38 °C (101 °F) | Juneteenth National Independence Day |
| July | 4/5 · busy ⚠ | 41 °C (106 °F) | Independence Day |
| August | 2/5 · calm ⚠ | 40 °C (103 °F) | |
| September | 3/5 · moderate ⚠ | 35 °C (95 °F) | Labour Day |
| October | 3/5 · moderate | 28 °C (83 °F) | |
| November | 4/5 · busy | 21 °C (69 °F) | Formula 1 Grand Prix (November), Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day |
| December | 1/5 · calm | 16 °C (61 °F) | Christmas Day |
⚠ = seasonal heads-up.
Before you go: seasonal heads-ups
- Extreme heat (Jun–Sep): average highs up to 41 °C (106 °F). Avoid the midday sun.
Crowds are a relative index for each place: 1 is its calmest month and 5 its busiest. Temperatures: Copernicus ERA5, 2016–2025 average. Includes official tourism statistics (National Park Service, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, 2023-2025). How it works
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Las Vegas without the crowds?
The calmest month is usually December (crowds 1/5). In December the average high is 16 °C (61 °F). All the calm months: February, August and December.
When is Las Vegas most crowded?
The busiest season is April, May, June, July and November. The week after a big convention: check the convention center calendar.
What is the weather like in Las Vegas?
Average highs range from 15 °C (59 °F) in January to 41 °C (106 °F) in July, from Copernicus ERA5 (2016–2025).
What should I know before going to Las Vegas?
Extreme heat (Jun–Sep): average highs up to 41 °C (106 °F). Avoid the midday sun.
What festivals are there in Las Vegas?
The main ones: CES tech show (January) (January); Formula 1 Grand Prix (November) (November).
More places in Nevada
- Lake Tahoe calm in April, May, October and November; busiest in January, July and August