As Las Vegas prepares for winds and cooler temperatures, the National Weather Service has released a forecast. Residents can expect significant cooling and possible rain soon.
The National Weather Service Las Vegas notes that today may be the last day of temperatures above 90°F for a while. A longwave trough from Alaska is expected to cool the western U.S. Some rain may fall in Esmeralda, southern Nye, and Lincoln counties, but it will likely be light due to dry conditions. There is also a Red Flag Warning for increased fire danger in southern Nevada, with gusty winds of 25-35 mph and low humidity.
A cool-down is expected Thursday night into Friday due to a system from the British Columbia Coast. A Freeze Watch will be in effect for northern Owens Valley, central Nye, and Lincoln counties. The National Weather Service warns of gusty north winds, with speeds of 40-55 mph likely late Thursday into Friday morning, along with possible snow in higher elevations and the first freeze of the season.
By Friday night, the NWS expects a low-pressure system over Arizona, which could bring showers to Mohave County. Meanwhile, temperatures in other areas may rise slightly by 3-5 degrees, but north-northwest winds will keep things cool. By mid-next week, a high-pressure ridge is expected to bring warmer temperatures, moving away from the cool, gusty conditions of the weekend.
Travelers should note that southeast winds are expected to pick up this afternoon at Harry Reid Airport, with gusts reaching up to 20 knots. This windy condition will also affect other airports in southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and southeast California. The NWS encourages spotter reports of any significant weather to help everyone navigate this transition smoothly.
