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Orovada is a census-designated place in Humboldt County, Nevada. The population was 155 at the 2010 census. == History == The first permanent settlement at Orovada was made in 1918. The name is a combination of oro (Spanish "gold") and Nevada. A post office has been in operation at Orovada since 1920. == Geography == According to the United States Census Bureau, the Orovada CDP has an area of 45.3 square miles (117.3 km2), all land. U.S. Route 95 runs through the CDP, leading south 43 miles (69 km) to Winnemucca and north 30 miles (48 km) to the Oregon state line at McDermitt. == Climate == According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Orovada has a cold semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Orovada was 115 °F (46.1 °C) on September 1–2, 1947, while the coldest temperature recorded was −35 °F (−37.2 °C) on December 19, 1924 and December 26, 1924. == Education == The Humboldt County School District operates schools serving areas with Orovada addresses.