Heating Las Vegas

The main method of heating for homes in Las Vegas is central heating, and the predominant type of system found in our residential market is a forced-air system powered by a natural gas furnace. Other system types found in homes across Vegas include heat pumps, electric furnaces, and some <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://hvaclasvegas.net/hvac-las-vegas/heating-las-vegas/radiant-heating-las-vegas/" title="radiant heating" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="36">radiant heating</a> systems. The type of heating system found in a particular home usually depends on the home's age, the location of the home, and the energy efficiency preferences of the homeowner.

In Las Vegas, dealing with the heat requires diligence in a few basic areas. The most critical for your health is hydration. Drink a lot of water and do not substitute it with drinks that have caffeine or alcohol in them, which are dehydrating. You must also protect your skin from the effects of the sun. This means wearing adequately protective clothing and slathering on enough sunscreen to prevent sunburn. The next point is about staying cool. If you have air conditioning at home, use it. If you don't, use fans or spend time in public spaces that have air conditioning, like the library or a mall. Finally, if you are going to be living in a space that is subject to a lot of solar gain, be smart about how you ventilate it.

If you want to maintain a cool home in Las Vegas, the ceiling fan is your friend, for it will aid in augmenting the air circulation in the space. Now, consider this: the average thermostat setting for homes in the U.S. is around 75°F. If your house is 80°F, and the fan moves air at 6 mph, the wind chill effect would make you feel as if it were 73°F. The average ceiling fan costs around $12 per year to run. The average central air unit, when set to your desired temperature, will cost around $300 per year to run. The ceiling fan can be used in combination with the air unit, allowing for a 4% temperature offset between the two systems.

In Las Vegas, the ideal winter thermostat setting is between 68 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. This range offers a comfortable home where a person can spend time and not feel unnaturally warm or chilly. When sleeping or not at home, a person can thermally "coast" by setting their heater to 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit and save on the kind of energy bills where the numbers could keep a person awake at night.

The summer heat can be intense in Las Vegas, with the annual average temperature exceeding 86°F (30°C) and the absolute average in July 104°F (40°C). August can also be extremely hot, but September tends to cool down quite a bit. The relative humidity is about the same in both July and August, near 20 percent, and the desert dry heat tends to feel more manageable than the humid kind. But even with a dry heat, the desert climate can prove quite unbearable for those not used to it.

The winters in Las Vegas are typically very pleasant, with daytime temperatures often residing in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit. Nights can get a bit cold, usually hovering in the mid-30s to 40s. There is practically no chance of snow, though the National Weather Service still includes it in their bulletins for the season just to cover all bases. On the rare occasions that we might see some winter precipitation, it would almost certainly fall as rain—if it fell at all.

The city of Las Vegas, in the midst of the Mojave Desert, is one of the hottest in the United States. Year after year, it reports a number of days when the high exceeds 100°F. But when it comes to the all-time hottest temperature, Las Vegas does not even make the list; cities in southern California, northern Mexico, and Phoenix and Yuma in Arizona claim those top spots.

To withstand the searing heat in Las Vegas, select garments made from lightweight, breathable materials such as cotton or linen. Favor loose-fitting styles that allow for optimal air circulation. Consider donning an easy dress. Opt for light colors that reflect rather than absorb sunlight. Top off your outfit with a pair of shaded sunglasses. A wide-brimmed hat adds another level of sun protection. Finally, choose your footwear wisely. Sandals or other breathable, comfortable shoes are ideal for the heat.

During the summer months, the potential for hazardous weather is heightened in Las Vegas, with extreme heat that can reach and surpass 100°F. Dogs run the risk of overheating, suffering from heat-related illnesses, or getting burned from walking on the superheated pavement. Pet parents can take simple yet effective steps to keep their dogs safe and cool, like ensuring they have plentiful access to water and shade, using that same shade as necessary to walk the dog at a cool time of the day (morning or night), and canceling any walks when the human just can't take the heat.

Por lo general, Las Vegas tiene un clima más templado que Arizona. Las altas temperaturas son cosa común en el verano en casi todos los rincones del estado, aunque las ciudades del desierto, como Phoenix, padecen el suplicio del intenso calor que puede rebasar en unos cuantos grados el margen de lo que se considera "calor extremo."