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Virginia City is situated on the Pine Nut Mountains east of the slopes of the Sierra Nevada at 6200 ft elevation. At this elevation day-time temperatures remain mild during most of the year. We enjoy clean air throughout the year, providing the famous 100-mile view and spectacular starry nights.
Spring
Spring in the desert brings an astonishing amount of plant life to bloom. In City gardens tulips, daffodils and narcissus display their greatest colors. Thanks to the cool air during the night, spring will last well into late May and early June. The German iris bloom in June.
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Winter brings some snow to the city. But the sun will quickly wrap everything with a welcome warmth. This is also the best time to see some wild horses near the roads leading to town.
We are closed during the winter months, so please check our availability calendar.
We are closed during the winter months, so please check our availability calendar.
Fall is a wonderful time in Virginia City. The gardens are filled with beautiful flowers: butterfly bush, asters, dahlias, and hollyhocks. In the evening twilight you might see a deer taste some roses, or hear a coyote howl in the distance.
Summer days in Virginia City are pleasantly cool, but we offer air-conditioned guest rooms, just in case. If you are out in the countryside, keep an eye on the skies: Thunderstorms can develop quickly, but they also vanish as rapidly as they appear. Oh - and drink enough fluid!
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Afternoon winds known as the "Washoe Zephyr" may come up un-
expectedly and bring a nice cool-down. Hang on to your hat!
expectedly and bring a nice cool-down. Hang on to your hat!