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Las Vegas Relocation Culture
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Las Vegas' growing population has opened the door to new cultural and musical events. With springtime events such as jazz festivals in April and May, a folkdance festival in May and the sixth Mardi Gras set to hit Fremont in April, cultural events can be found because of the diversity of the city. Although it is not, strictly speaking, a cultural event, Las Vegas has become somewhat famous for revving engines, clouds of dust and, of course, arguably the toughest off-road race in America, the BITD (Best in the desert) Nevada 1000.
Las Vegas does possess a fine philharmonic orchestra and a ballet troupe but of course they are in smaller venues for a more intimate event. The city, however, continues to attract some of the biggest names in show business with live theatrical shows, magicians, circus acts and dance. The UNLV Performing Arts Center is one of the more significant venues to attract a variety of performances and events. As with virtually everything in Las Vegas, the casinos offer the bulk of the stage entertainment.
 For dance and ballet productions, the Nevada Ballet Theater founded in 1972, is one of Nevada's larger cultural institutions and performs many of its productions at the Judy Bayley Theatre at UNLV Performing Arts Center. Many of the revues and touring shows incorporate or are devoted to dance. Both put on more serious theatre than the hotel-casinos, be it the classics, modern playwrights or even musicals.
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Las Vegas Relocation Education
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Silverado Ranch is part of the Clark County School District, the 6th largest school district in the United States. More information can be found at their web site, www.ccsd.net. Providing quality education to its communities with its high-tech facilities and the latest technologies, the schools of Silverado Ranch are part of the Clark County School District.
Higher Education
Higher education is conveniently close with choices like the Clark County Community College, the Community College of Southern Nevada, and the University of Nevada Las Vegas. However, the Valley also offers more than 60 vocational and business training schools for specialized educational needs.
Community College of Southern Nevada (CCSN):
Las Vegas is home for the main campus of the Community College of Southern Nevada (CCSN). CCSN is one of the biggest and one of the best community colleges in the country. Three campus locations serve over 26,000 students in 17 different fields. Among the top disciplines at CCSN are dental hygiene (#2 in the country), culinary arts (#3 in the country), computing and information technologies, resorts and gaming, nursing and other health professions, automotive technology, air conditioning and criminal justice.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV):
 Within a short drive, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas is growing almost as fast as the city in which it is located. The student body is now over 20,000 plus over 4,000 graduate students. UNLV offers more than 148 undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs in its eight colleges. UNLV is nationally recognized for its hotel management, criminal justice and social work programs. Other programs of significance are the university's business, real estate, computer science, arts, recreation, architecture, and construction management disciplines.
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Las Vegas Relocation History
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“THE MEADOWS”
For hundreds of years, The Las Vegas Valley has been home to Native Americans. In 1829, Spanish explorers were the first Europeans/Americans to discover the area who were attracted to the natural springs and meadows that existed here. They called the valley Las Vegas, which is Spanish for "The Meadows."
It wasn’t until 1855 that the first modern-era settlement was established by Mormon missionaries but was quickly abandoned in 1858. As a haven for desert-worn travelers and trailblazers lured by the region’s gold and silver, this original mission became known today as the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort.
Finally in 1865, settlers moved into the area to stay. That year Octavius D. Gass, set up a ranch on what is now downtown Las Vegas. Gass lost the ranch to Archibald Stewart, whose wife, Helen, later sold the ranch to Montana U.S. Senator William Clark.
Crediting Clark as the one who gave Las Vegas its start, Clark used the land to finish the railroad line between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. With the arrival of Union Pacific Railroad in 1905 and the auction of land parcels owned by the railroad, Las Vegas became a typical frontier town. In 1911, Las Vegas officially became a city by an act of the Nevada legislature.
The Great Depression had a positive effect to Las Vegas because of all the social jobs that were created. Jobs and money were plentiful because of railroad development, legal gambling and the construction of Hoover Dam. Surprisingly, the dam also generated the start of the tourism industry as thousands of visitors came to watch the dam being built.
When the Nevada Legislature legalized casino gambling as a means of raising tax revenue in 1931, Nevada’s #1 industry was born. The El Rancho Vegas became the first resort to open on what was to become the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.
Nellis Air Force Base grew into a key military installation during World War II. It was originally built to train B-20 gunners but later became the training ground for the nation’s ace fighter pilots. The City of Henderson started its growth due to the establishment of the Basic Refractors magnesium plant south of Las Vegas to help with the war effort.
Opening on New Year’s Eve in 1946, Benjamin "Bugsy" Seigel’s Flamingo Hotel was the genesis of today’s modern gaming industry. In 1955, the Riviera became the first high-rise on the Strip with nine stories. From the point on, people pushed to build bigger, more luxurious properties. Soon, the hotel/casino resorts on Las Vegas Strip were rivaling the downtown area. Growth continued at a steady pace through the 1970s with a brief lull in the 1980s. Upon the recovery from the 80’s recession, people swarmed to Las Vegas in record numbers, first as tourists and later as permanent residents.
During the late 1980s, not enough construction workers and equipment were available to meet the demand of the incredible growth. The opening of the Mirage Resort in 1989 kicked off a growth spurt of resort properties on the Strip which continues even today with the newly constructed Wynn Resort. With more than 30 million tourists who visit Las Vegas annually, Las Vegas is a thriving business Mecca. Las Vegas is still booming and its future looks bright.
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Las Vegas Relocation Housing
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- 75 Home Builders
- 200 New Home Neighborhoods
- 1000 New Model Homes
- Master-Planned Communities
- Thousands of Resale Properties
Las Vegas and the surrounding communities offer homes for every buyer on almost any budget! Single family detached homes, town homes, condominiums; custom homes and semi-custom homes are all available to choose from. Another choice would be purchasing a brand new home or a resale property. All part of the home buying process is choosing the type of home, the most convenient and comfortable area of town for you, the demographics of different communities, options, styles and the prices to fit your budget.
With so many options to choose from in the Las Vegas valley with so many different homes from various builders, only a trained real estate professional can help you know the real estate market, the escrow process and how to effectively close a real estate transaction in Nevada. Meanwhile, I can assist in providing information about your moving process. You need to believe that you are making a wise investment and while choosing your “dream home!” regardless of whether you select a brand new home or a resale home, and my experience and knowledge in this marketplace helps ensure that.
By working diligently to find your dream home, I am capable of helping the home buyer save seemingly endless amounts of time and money by just knowing which areas of the city are right for you, what the price ranges are in those areas, the history of market values and the best new home builders. As you will soon realize, many choices and decisions need to be made if you are relocating from another city or simply moving within the Las Vegas valley.
As the buyers broker, I am representing the homebuyer to assist the buyer to find, negotiate, secure financing and see the transaction through the closing process. Having several sources to search for the properties that meet your “wish list” and asking you the right questions, will aid you in finding the best home for you.
Although buying a home is definitely an emotional decision, certain factors should be considered when choosing the perfect home.
It is in your best interest to have your own Broker - which costs you nothing, as the builder pays our fee! New builders have their own system of financing that may actually cost you more in the long run. Many times the “Special Incentives” bury the true costs into the long-term mortgage making the upfront costs seem appealing. Fortunately, I have resources available to provide other financing arrangements that may be more rewarding to the buyer.
It is in your best interest to have your own Real Estate Agent - which costs you nothing - even when looking at New Home properties. New builders have their own system of financing that can be complicated. Fortunately, I have resources available to provide other financing arrangements that may provide the buyer with other options.
With the lenders that I have worked with, they have helped many first time home buyers, buyers with less than perfect credit, self-employed buyers and many others who need to sell their present residence first prior to buying a home in Las Vegas. These lenders have helped home buyers obtain financing – Conventional, VA, FHA, special state grant programs and other types of financing. We have helped many buyers in buying a “second” home or vacation home. If you have not purchased a home using Escrow & Title, you will want to be represented by a Broker who can acquaint you with that process and help you through those closing details. I am here to represent you, the Buyer, with your real estate needs.
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Las Vegas Relocation Lifestyle
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As we all know, senior living is the beginning of next phase of our life. Retirement living in Las Vegas is a very active lifestyle! With the advantage of no state income tax, competitive cost of living, as well as the numerous adult oriented activities in the Las Vegas area, the "over 50" population is continually growing. With Las Vegas being a "24 hour town," retirees can always enjoy entertainment, dining, shopping and the company of other residents who share their interests. But, once you get past the glamour, glitz and neon of the Strip and Downtown, senior newcomers will find a lot of wonderful surprises.
Las Vegas has become a Mecca for senior retirees for a variety of reasons. The Las Vegas climate, low tax base, low utility rates and plenty of new communities cater specifically to the rapidly swelling senior population. Now is a great time to retire to this desert oasis with its warm winter sun and multitude of world class golf courses, parks and entertainment options. Since almost everyone who now lives in Las Vegas has moved here from another part of the country, seniors find it is very easy to make new friends. With the growth of the city, many new and fine medical facilities have been developed. Computer Clubs, Travel Clubs, volunteer organizations and continuing education classes at UNLV and SNCC help to make active adult living a reality in southern Nevada.
Of course, retirement also can be a time of escaping activity. For those who enjoy the calm of gardening, entertaining with few of your closest friends or to just plain lounge on the patio is all further enhanced by the absence of annoying insects like mosquitoes. Las Vegas has planned and encourages the senior population with a number of age-qualified housing developments which have been built exclusively for retirees. Retirees reside in many areas of Las Vegas, as well as in developments that are designated "active adult" or "age restricted."
Master Planned Communities for Seniors
Sun City Summerlin:
By Del Webb Corporation The first of its kind in southern Nevada, Sun City Summerlin is located high above the valley in the heart of the Summerlin master planned community. This is home to more than 20,000 families, offering 3 golf courses, fine restaurants, 3 community centers, clubhouses, tennis, entertainment and daily activities for everyone. Residents enjoy a very active lifestyle while being surrounded by beautiful mountain and city views. Homes range from duplex properties of 1,200 - 1800 square feet to single family homes ranging from 1,500 - 3,000 square feet. Golf course custom homes are also available.
Sun City Macdonald Ranch & Sun City Anthem:
With the success of Del Webb's first community, 2 more Sun City developments were built at MacDonald Ranch and Anthem with both being located in the city of Henderson. Just 15 minutes from the airport, both communities are located high above the city in the southeast corner of the valley. Both feature beautiful community centers, walking trails, clubhouses and daily activities. Sun City Anthem is surrounded by golf courses. The minimum age for one resident in every home is only 50 years old.
Sienna:
The newest active adult community is located in one of the newest villages of Summerlin. With easy access to I-215, Siena is home to a fine golf course, restaurant, community center, health and fitness center and many recreational activities. Homes range from the villas, which are 1,000-1,400 square feet, to single family homes from 1,500 - 3,200 square feet. The minimum age for Siena residents is 50 years old for one resident. Siena is developed by Sunrise Colony Corporation, who also developed Red Rock Country Club.
Anthem Solera:
The newest Del Webb age qualified community, is located in Henderson, and when completed will consist of 385 acres of active adult living. This new community will feature 1750 single story homes, two golf courses and many other recreational facilities. Leisure amenities include pool, spa, fitness center, billiards, tennis, cards, and travel and computer clubs. One resident in each home must be 55 years of age in this active adult village. The location is ideal, just minutes from I-215, shopping, churches, medical facilities and fine dining. Solera is the newest addition to Henderson, which has been the fastest growing city in the southwest for several years.
Aliante:
Another Del Webb community is the brand new active adult community of Aliante is situated in the newest area of North Las Vegas, against the Sheep Mountains. It is a master planned community that incorporates residential, commercial, recreational and public land uses, where 428 acres of land is dedicated to recreational/public use. The community offers an 18-hole golf course, interconnecting trails and an extensive array of recreational activities. Its convenient location, close to the new I-215 Beltway, is surrounded by new shopping and dining for the convenience of its residents.
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Las Vegas Relocation Nature
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Away from the man-made excitement of Las Vegas is a world of natural beauty unlike any place else on this earth. People who love nature appreciate the central location of desert living in the Las Vegas Valley. Las Vegas is ideally located to wonderful recreational areas. Within an hour's drive, you can be in areas such as Lake Mead National Recreational Area, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Valley of Fire State Park, Spring Mountains National Conservation Area, Toiyabe National Forest, and Mt. Charleston.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Within minutes and attracting more than 8 million visitors annually, the Lake Mead National Recreation  Area containing some 1.5 million acres and 500 miles of shoreline offers great opportunities for boating, sailing, jet skiing, fishing, water-skiing, camping, and windsurfing and happens to be one of the most frequented National Recreation Areas in the United States. Created by Hoover Dam, the lake is the largest man-made lake in the world and extends 110 miles behind the Dam. Fishing is open year-round, and anglers harvest large numbers of game fish each year.
Hoover Dam
 In the 1930s at a cost of $160 million, Hoover Dam turned the raging waters of the Colorado River into the still waters of Lake Mead. The dam is located 40 miles southeast of Las Vegas past Boulder City where government guides conduct various tours year-round.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
 Escape to the red sandstone formations at Red Rock Nature Conservation Area along the 13-mile loop road that wind along the western border of the Las Vegas Valley. These beautiful red rock formations and desert scenery attract rock climbers, hikers, auto tourists, and even thousands of bicycle enthusiasts.
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Located within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and beneath the colorful cliffs of the magnificent Wilson Range is Historic Spring Mountain Ranch. Providing water for Paiute Indians and later mountain men and early settlers, the many springs in these mountains were a 520 acre oasis. Later the area was developed into a combination working ranch and luxurious retreat by a string of owners who have given the area a long and colorful history.
Valley of Fire State Park
In 1935 Nevada's first state park (Valley of Fire State Park) was dedicated. This 56,000-acre wilderness area features colorful, extraordinary rock formations, Native American petroglyphs and year-round campsites. Just as at Red Rock, rock climbers, hikers, tourists and campers flock to the area. You can even practice your rock climbing or horseback riding.
Mount Charleston
Being located just 10 miles northwest of the Las Vegas Valley; you can escape to enjoy the mountain views, hiking, horseback riding, as well as various winter sports and cool summers. Located 45 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Mount Charleston is situated among some 300,000 acres of forestland in the Las Vegas Ranger District. The area includes 52 miles of hiking trails, 160 picnic spots and 150 campsites in seven campgrounds and RV camps. Recreational activities include horseback riding and snow skiing. Beautiful peaks with redwood forests in the surrounding mountains provide an opportunity to get away from the desert heat in the summer. Winter provides the opportunity to get into snow country with just a short drive North to Mt. Charleston offering residents the opportunity to snow-ski from November to April at Lee Canyon. Hiking, camping, and other activities can also be enjoyed at Mount Charleston year-round.
Floyd Lamb State Park
As an early water stop for Native Americans originally known as Tule Springs, Floyd Lamb State Park became a Las Vegas favorite park being located in the northern region of the Las Vegas Valley. Once a privately-owned working ranch, as well as a guest/dude ranch in the 1950s, the park offers tree-shaded groves alongside four small fishing lakes. The park is available for day use only.
Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park
The first permanent non-native settlers in the Las Vegas Valley were a group of Mormon missionaries who built an adobe fort along Las Vegas Creek in 1855. They successfully farmed the area by diverting water from the creek. Today, the park includes a remnant of the original adobe fort, which serves as a visitor center with interpretive displays.
REGIONAL NATURE ACTIVITIES
Within 2-4 hours, you can even be in some of the most beautiful areas in the world including Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Death Valley, and of course, the Grand Canyon. The awesome Utah ski country is also a short distance away where one may enjoy some of the best skiing anywhere in the country.
Death Valley National Park
Death Valley is located less than 2 hours from Las Vegas and offers breathtaking landscapes, colorful history and the lowest elevation point in the Western Hemisphere. Consuming 3,000 square miles of desert in California and Nevada, Death Valley is the largest national park in the lower 48 states.
Grand Canyon National Park
Located in northern Arizona, close to the borders of Utah and Nevada, this national park is home to the Grand Canyon, created by great erosional forces of biblical proportions and encompassing 1,904 square miles. Visitors to the Canyon can approach it from either the more well known South Rim or the lesser known North Rim. The Colorado River, which flows through the canyon, drains water from seven states. Recreational pursuits are extensive including but not limited to hiking, camping, biking and fishing. Commercial air carriers, helicopter flights and tour buses provide service from the Las Vegas area.
Zion National Park
Zion is an ancient A Hebrew word meaning a place of refuge or sanctuary Zion contains within the park's 229 square miles a dramatic landscape of sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs. Zion is located within a 2 - 3 hour drive where you can enjoy hiking the canyons and the narrows, camping in the valley and enjoying the wildlife. The unique geography and the variety of life zones within the park make Zion significant as a place of unusual plant and animal diversity.
Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park is another area that has used erosion to shape its colorful Claron limestones, sandstones, and mudstones into thousands of spires, fins, pinnacles, and mazes. Named "hoodoos," these colorful and whimsical formations stand in horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters in Southern Utah and are about 4 - 5 hours from Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas Relocation News
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Search for "Las Vegas NV" - CEA Announces Greener Gadgets Conference in New York City on February 27, 2009 - Business Wire
| Consumer Electronics Association announces: WHAT: The Second Annual Greener Gadgets Conference is a revolutionary event and exhibition promoting the importance of environmental stewardship in consumer ... |
- Fitch Affirms Wachovia Bank Series 2003-C9; Assigns Outlooks - Business Wire
| Fitch Ratings affirms and assigns Rating Outlooks to Wachovia Bank Commercial Mortgage Trust's commercial mortgage pass-through certificates, series 2003-9, as follows: --$12 million class A-2 at 'AAA', Outlook ... |
- Volcom Opens Las Vegas Store - Transworld Snowboarding
| Formerly the Aladdin Hotel and Casino, Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino plays host to the Miracle Mile Shops where you can find Volcom Las Vegas a ' the 10th and latest Volcom Store to open in the U.S. This ... |
- The Long Campaign - Snarkmarket
| Norah, 26 Field organizer for the Democratic primary in Las Vegas, NV and Flagstaff, AZ What's the best way to pick up an Obama campaigner? Volunteer. |
- Road construction continues despite economic downturn - Las Vegas Sun
| Javier Gonzalez, with Las Vegas Electric, directs a backhoe as construction is underway at the intersection of North Durango Drive and Alta Drive. |
- Nevada Congressional Delegation Votes In Favor of H.R. 6867: Unemployment Benefit Extension - Desert Beacon
| Nevada Senators Ensign and Reid voted in favor of cloture on H.R. 6867 , a bill to extend unemployment benefits in areas of the country hardest hit by the current economic problems. |
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Las Vegas Relocation Recreation
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No other city in the world has a more recognizable name and no other city caters to your every passion. Las Vegas offers a diversity of recreational activities unmatched by any other city. From spectacular stage productions; to top of the line fine dining; to bargain and boutique shopping; to some of the best year-round golfing, you'll find exactly what you are looking for plus a few surprises along the way.
Las Vegas Shows & Eentertainment:
If it's entertainment you want, Las Vegas has the best! Why is Las Vegas called the "Entertainment Capital of the World"? One reason - it is. From top of the line concerts and in-house productions, to musicians, comedians, impersonators and actors, they all are found in Las Vegas.
Spectacular production shows are getting bigger and more extravagant. With exquisite costume designs and sets, acrobatic marvels and an array of talented people, the Cirque du Soleil is found in 4 hotels with sold-out performances night after night. The Luxor features the Blue Man Group who leave their imprint on packed audiences with their bizarre theatrics. The Colosseum at Caesars Palace feature international superstars Celine Dion and Elton John.
Fremont Street Experience:
With a cost of more than $65 million, the Fremont Street Experience has helped transform downtown Las  Vegas. With 2 million lights providing nightly sky parade and three different light shows, this 1500 foot long space frame over Fremont Street is complete with a mall that house outdoor cafes, marketplace shops and special nightly entertainment.
Gameworks:
Gameworks is an interactive gaming zone with areas that take video games to a higher level than imagined! If you like to compete, here you can be in virtual reality, dimensional simulators, pinball and a rock-climbing wall competing against yourself and others.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway:
 The Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1,500 acre complex with a 1.5 mile banked Tri-Oval Super Speedway, with 50 acres of motor coach parking and Stadium seating. It is also one of the stops of the NASCAR circuit.
Golf:
You're in golf heaven when you're in Southern Nevada whether you're a scratch golfer, weekend player or beginner. Set against robin's egg blue skies and dramatic mountain silhouettes, emerald fairways and greens are showcases to some of the great golf course designers. Dye, Fazio, Nicklaus and all of the great golf course designers have one or more masterpieces in Las Vegas. Nowhere on earth is golf as exciting and picturesque as it is in the Las Vegas area!
Golf courses in Southern Nevada range from over 7,000 yards with slopes over 130 to manicured executive par-three courses. No matter where you play, the atmosphere of the waterfalls, streams, arroyos, mountains and palm trees will give as much enjoyment as the game itself.
Las Vegas Restaurants:
The "entertainment capital of the world" could also be dubbed the "restaurant capital of the world." No shortage of fantastic dining options is available in Las Vegas. Once known for cheap food, Las Vegas has become the new Mecca for world-renowned chefs. These chefs are flocking to the desert from all the major cities and countries to make the city of Las Vegas the culinary hot spot. In fact, several of the city's restaurants have won five-star honors from the Mobil Travel Guide and several others received four stars.
With offerings ranging from extravagant buffets to fine cuisine at celebrated restaurants, you will be able to savor something from every corner of the world and in every price range. Yes, you can still find bargains in Las Vegas where marquees along the Strip advertise the renowned prime rib specials. Yet, you don't want to miss out of some of the finest restaurants in the world.
Las Vegas Shopping:
Yes, in Las Vegas, you can "shop until you drop" as the old saying goes. The construction of shopping malls and retail centers has managed to keep pace with Southern Nevada's phenomenal growth. Within a short drive or walking distance of all major resort hotels, you'll find malls and outlet stores that offer a wide range of products to satisfy the bargain hunter or the shopper with the most discriminating taste. Several factory-direct malls, a bargain hunter's paradise, are located throughout the Las Vegas Valley.
Forum Shops at Caesars:
Ornate and upscale venues such as the Forum Shops in Caesars Palace rival the ambiance and flair of Beverly Hills. With 200,000 square feet of new specialty shops and 150,000 square feet of an entertainment area are featured in this Roman style unique shopping mall. More than 100 fine shops and restaurants are assembled in the area that resembles ancient Roman streets with arches, piazzas and ornate fountains, including the Fountain of the Gods. Stores include Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Warner Bros, the Palm Restaurant, to name just a few. Here, you can spend hours shopping!
Fashion Show Mall:
The Fashion Show Mall on the Strip has just completed its renovation with the addition of famous stores like Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus and several new specialty boutiques.
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Las Vegas Relocation Transportation
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 McCarran Airport, which serves the Las Vegas Valley, is one of the top ten busiest airports in the nation. The Clark County Department of Aviation is constantly expanding and remodeling the airport to meet the needs of the community. Bus service is provided via the Citizens Area Transit (CAT) mass transit system. CAT transports more than 2.5 million passengers per month. The buses offer 24 hour service in the downtown and strip areas, and 20 hour service to residential areas.
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Las Vegas Relocation Weather
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The Las Vegas Valley enjoys more than 320 days of sunshine every year making it one of the sunniest cities in the United States and also one of the driest with only a little of 4 inches of rainfall per year. Humidity levels are usually less that 20%. The weather is ideal for enjoying the many year round activities throughout the Las Vegas area. Being in the high desert elevation at a 2,174 foot elevation while offering the finest in quality of life amenities, the temperature range can be extreme.
The average year round temperature is 80 degrees. Low humidity along with ideal spring and fall temperatures make Las Vegas a great place to live. Summer days will exceed 100 degrees, but remember that virtually everything is air conditioned. Winter nights may occasionally drop below freezing but those times are rare.
Yes, Las Vegas is in a desert providing a climate ideal for active lifestyles, but remember that summer days can have temperatures exceeds 115 degrees. During the summer, daytime temperatures often reach 100 degrees. From mid-May to mid-September, the heat is most intense providing the best times to swim, sun bathe, sail, water ski, or partake in one of the more popular indoor activities – shopping. Sun tan lotion and a hat are a necessity along with plenty of water. The summer heat is also an ideal time to head for Mt. Charleston where the average temperature is 20-25 degrees cooler than Las Vegas.
 The average daytime winter temperatures are generally fairly mild with temperatures usually in the 50’s & 60’s only occasionally going below freezing. While snowfall in the city is few and far between, the mountain areas receive enough snowfall in nearby Mt. Charleston to make the area a popular skiing location.
Though the winter weather is less dependable than the spring or fall, the winter months are generally pleasant and well suited to outdoor activities. You can enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities year round. For example, you can be on the water fishing on Lake Mead in the morning and a few hours later you can be snow skiing at Lee Canyon.
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