The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Mohave and Lake Mead due to south to southwesterly winds. Winds could gust up to 35 mph, causing waves of 1 to 3 feet. Temperatures are expected to remain near or above normal for late May, with a slight decrease on Saturday followed by a rise later in the week, according to the National Weather Service.
Strong winds are occurring today around Barstow, CA, with gusts of 30 to 35 mph. These winds will continue eastward, mainly affecting the Colorado River Valley, where boating conditions may be difficult. Winds are expected to decrease by Saturday as the weather system weakens. Early next week, a disturbance may approach the California coast, but temperatures are expected to remain near or above normal. The National Weather Service forecasts dry conditions with little chance of precipitation for the next several days.
At Harry Reid International Airport, south-southwest winds are expected until the evening, with a chance of light and variable winds this morning. Skies will be mostly clear with some high clouds above 20,000 feet. In southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and southeast California, gusty winds are forecast for the afternoon, with possible wind warnings. VFR conditions should continue under mostly clear skies. Spotter networks are monitoring for any unusual weather, as reported by the National Weather Service.
