8. Seasonality&Climate ___

Since most of the Las Vegas Valley is at an elevation over 2,000 feet, the winter months can be chillier than you might think, particularly in the evenings. Long pants, a sweater and/ or a jacket are recommended if visiting between late October and early April.
During spring and summer months, t-shirts, shorts and athletic shoes are a common sight in the hotels and casinos.

Las Vegas, with its arid climate, sees more than 300 days of sunshine per year, with an average annual rainfall of only 4.13 inches (10.5 cm) and an average humidity rate of 29 percent. During summer months, it is not unusual for humidity rates to consistently be under 10 percent.

When making travel arrangements, note Las Vegas will be busier than normal on these dates, so advance planning might be required in order to secure accommodations and event tickets. If a large convention is in town, accommodation prices may also be higher.

New Year's Day January 1	Labor Day First Monday in September
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday Third Monday of January	Nevada Day Fourth Friday in October
Valentine's Day February 14	Halloween October 31
President's Day (Washington's Birthday) Third Monday in February	Veteran's Day November 11
Memorial Day Last Monday in May	Thanksgiving Day and Family Day Fourth Thursday and Friday in November
Independence Day July 4	Christmas Day December 25

If January 1, July 4, November 11 or December 25 falls upon a:

• Sunday, the Monday following will be observed as a legal holiday.
• Saturday, the Friday preceding will be observed as a legal holiday.