Map of Nevada's climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters(Climate Nevada - Temperature, Rainfall and Averages, )(Climate of Nevada, )(Nevada's Weather and Climate, ). The state experiences wide variations in temperature and precipitation, with some areas receiving less than 10 inches of rain per year(Climate Nevada - Temperature, Rainfall and Averages, ). The state is also prone to extreme weather events, including thunderstorms, flash floods, and wildfires(NOAA Graphical Forecast for Nevada, )(Nevada Weather Map, ).