Cortez, Nevada
Cortez: Situated at an elevation of 6,132 feet in Lander County, Nevada, this former settlement lies on the southwestern flank of Mount Tenabo within the Cortez Mountains.
About
Cortez is a city located in the county of Lander in the U.S. state of Nevada.
Quick Facts about Cortez
| State | Nevada (United States) |
| County | Lander County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1410,-116.6034 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 05:37:04 (17th September 2026) |
| Weather | 51℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Cortez is located at 40°8'28"N 116°36'12"W (40.1410300, -116.6034200).
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Weather
51°F
Partly Cloudy
10 to 15 mph SSE
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Cortez, NV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELK | Elko | 12th and Silver Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Cortez.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Battle Mountain Post Office | Battle Mountain (NV) | 89820 |
| Carlin Post Office | Carlin (NV) | 89822 |
| Austin Post Office | Austin (NV) | 89310 |
| Valmy Post Office | Valmy (NV) | 89438 |
| Eureka Post Office | Eureka (NV) | 89316 |
Other cities in Lander County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lander County , NV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Battle Mountain | 3,635 | Unincorporated town in and county seat of Lander County, Nevada, United States |