Empire, Nevada has a Cold Desert Climate climate (Köppen classification: BWk). Average annual temperatures range from 38.1 °F (low) to 66.6 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 8.3 Inches. 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 | 22.5 °F | 43.3 °F | 1.34 in. |
| February | 26.1 °F | 48.6 °F | 1.1 in. |
| March | 30.6 °F | 56.6 °F | 0.67 in. |
| April | 34.8 °F | 63.5 °F | 0.62 in. |
| May | 43.3 °F | 73.3 °F | 0.87 in. |
| June | 50.5 °F | 83.3 °F | 0.86 in. |
| July | 58.5 °F | 92.8 °F | 0.15 in. |
| August | 56.5 °F | 91.3 °F | 0.12 in. |
| September | 48.5 °F | 82.8 °F | 0.3 in. |
| October | 36.8 °F | 68.4 °F | 0.59 in. |
| November | 27.2 °F | 52.6 °F | 0.61 in. |
| December | 21.8 °F | 42.5 °F | 1.02 in. |
| Annual | 38.1 °F | 66.6 °F | 8.25 in. |
| 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 : 0°F to 5°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 7a : 0°F to 5°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Moderate Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BWk - Cold Desert Climate |