Transportation

When to Go

Las Vegas is in the desert, and that can mean hot temperatures. In June, July and August, expect temperatures above 100 F. May can produce highs of 90+ F, as can September. The desert also means great changes in temperature. The mercury can drop nearly 30 degrees from daytime highs to nighttime lows, especially in winter. And, of course, the desert creates low humidity, bright sun and hardly any rain (annual rainfall averages 4 inches). For about two weeks in July or August, there can be slightly higher humidity and thunderstorms. Winters are mild (January temperatures are 33-56 F. If snow falls at all, it usually melts soon after it touches the ground.

How to Get There

By Air
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is just east of the southern end of the Strip.

Connecting Transportation
Shuttles and taxis are available at the airport.
Citizens Area Transit (CAT) buses provide service to and from the airport, but if you're headed for the Strip, you'll have to transfer buses (difficult if you have luggage).
Major car rental agencies have booths adjacent to the luggage claim.