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Death valley days two bits11/13/2023 Hopefully you’ll have a nice clear and cool day when you visit Death Valley, but it is important to be aware of weather conditions before you leave Las Vegas. We camped at Texas Springs campground in Furnace Creek (right in the middle of Death Valley) a few years ago and our tent was blown down at 4am by a dust storm. Summer monsoons in Death Valley can lead to flash floods, particularly later in the Summer close to Fall.įall, Winter and Spring have more pleasant temperatures in Death Valley, but you still need to be aware of high winds leading to sudden dust storms. When heat is absorbed by the dry, arid desert surface, it radiates upwards and the mountains trap this hot air before recycling it back to the valley floor.ĭeath Valley is like one gigantic heat trap. Why Is Death Valley So Hot?įlanking the narrow low lying Death Valley basin are two tall and steep mountain ranges. It should not be visited in Summer, unless you enjoy being turned into flames. Yearly Averages – Over a 10 year period from 2010-2019, average highs in June 113 F (45 C), July 118 F (48 C) and August 116 F (47 C).ĭeath Valley is the hottest, driest and lowest US National Park.Consecutive Days Over 120 F – 43 in a row over 120 degrees in 1917.Hottest Recorded Day – Jthe world’s hottest air temperature record was set and has not been broken: 134 F (56.6 C).Peak visiting season at Death Valley falls between October and April instead of the typical Summer high season. It’s important to address potential weather concerns before you day trip from Las Vegas to Death Valley. Weather In Death Valley National Park Mark walking on Mesquite Sand Dunes at sunset in early December It’s not every day you get to stand at the lowest point in North America, see endless miles of harsh terrain and hike through unique maze-like canyons.Īnd the best part is that Death Valley is far more beautiful than you may have been led to believe. However, we personally think Death Valley is one of the best national parks in the USA and strongly recommend you go ahead with plans to visit the hostile desert for a day. The problem you have is that there are several amazing day trip options from Las Vegas, each offering a completely different experience. Let’s start with the most obvious question, is Death Valley actually worth a day on your Las Vegas itinerary? Las Vegas To Death Valley Day Trip FAQ’s Is Death Valley Worth The Day Trip From Las Vegas? Mark and Kristen at the Death Valley entrance sign
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