Empire, Nevada has a Cold Desert Climate climate (Köppen classification: BWk). Average annual temperatures range from 3.4 °C (low) to 19.2 °C (high). Annual precipitation averages 209.6 Millimeters. Empire is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7a. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 1 - May 10 through the first frost around Oct. 1 - Oct. 10.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5.3 °C | 6.3 °C | 34.04 mm |
| February | -3.3 °C | 9.2 °C | 27.94 mm |
| March | -0.8 °C | 13.7 °C | 17.02 mm |
| April | 1.6 °C | 17.5 °C | 15.75 mm |
| May | 6.3 °C | 22.9 °C | 22.1 mm |
| June | 10.3 °C | 28.5 °C | 21.84 mm |
| July | 14.7 °C | 33.8 °C | 3.81 mm |
| August | 13.6 °C | 32.9 °C | 3.05 mm |
| September | 9.2 °C | 28.2 °C | 7.62 mm |
| October | 2.7 °C | 20.2 °C | 14.99 mm |
| November | -2.7 °C | 11.4 °C | 15.49 mm |
| December | -5.7 °C | 5.8 °C | 25.91 mm |
| Annual | 3.4 °C | 19.2 °C | 209.56 mm |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 1 - Oct. 10 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 1 - May 10 |
| Average Days With Frost | 125-150 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 7a : -17.8°C to -15°C |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 7a : -17.8°C to -15°C |
| Current Drought Conditions | Moderate Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BWk - Cold Desert Climate |