Winchester is located in Clark County, Nevada that contains part of the Las Vegas Strip and is a major suburb of Las Vegas.
Residents of Winchester enjoy community living while also enjoying the arts, culture, entertainment, sports, and recreation of a metropolitan area.
The warm southwest climate makes the Winchester area an ideal place for residents to enjoy outdoor recreation. Clark County Parks and Community Services offers a wide variety of programs for residents, such as classes, sports leagues, and special events. Hiking, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, and golf are popular activities. There are several excellent quality golf courses in the area.
The Clark County Wetlands Park and Nature Preserve is a beautiful site in the area. The Nature Preserve features approximately five miles of trails that highlight ponds, streams, and wetland plants. The ponds provide a habitat for many migratory birds. The park also includes an education center that offers programs and exhibits.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area is a favorite among residents and visitors alike. Its huge lakes provide opportunities for boating, swimming, water-skiing, fishing, or just enjoying the sun. Its desert area is popular among hikers, wildlife photographers, and roadside sightseers. Three of America's four desert ecosystems, the Mojave, the Great Basin, and the Sonoran Deserts, meet in Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The area features a wide variety of plants and animals, some of which are not found anywhere else in the world.
Quality of education is a top priority in Clark County. In addition to traditional schools, there are a number of magnet schools in the area. Math, science, technology, and performing arts curricula are included in the magnet school programs.
Winchester has built a reputation of being a great place to live, offering both a suburban feel and an entertainment feel to it. With the "Strip" not far away, there is plenty to see and do living here in Winchester!
Housing Cost
Home choices are almost limitless ranging from apartments, condos, cluster homes and large single-family homes. There are older, more established neighborhoods and subdivisions as well. For $128,000 you can buy a lovely, 1,700 square foot three-bedroom home. Custom builders are available to build you the house of your dreams as well.
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 35,526. Winchester covers 4.31 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,908 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 89109
Weather
Winchester, NV climate is very hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 90's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 99.99 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 36.60 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 26 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Winchester is 4.49 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is February with an average rainfall of 0.69 Inches.
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