For those looking to enjoy the seasonal tranquility of a Las Vegas Thanksgiving, the weather forecast appears to be delivering just that – a classic case of 'more of the same,' with the National Weather Service in Las Vegas predicting seasonal temperatures and dry conditions to persist through the holiday. According to an early morning update from the NWS, residents and visitors can anticipate northerly afternoon breezes to continue across the region through Thanksgiving.
However, a shift in the weather pattern is expected to briskly shake up the calm over the weekend. Forecasters are advising those with a penchant to meticulously plan their post-Thanksgiving travel to remain vigilant. The high pressure that has been ensconcing the Southwestern US is set to begin to break on Friday, paving the way for a drop in temperatures and an uptick in winds. While the degree to which the stronger trough will impact the area is still up in the air, the NWS emphasizes the importance of keeping an eye on the developing forecast.
On the boating front, the northerly winds are strong enough to churn up waves on Lake Mohave, creating potentially hazardous conditions for small watercraft in the afternoons. These conditions are projected to yield 1.5 to 2 foot waves, primarily around the lower Colorado River Valley areas of Laughlin, Bullhead City, and Needles. Though not reaching the criteria for a wind advisory, it’s a situation boaters should not lightly take.
Aviation too will feel the gusts of change, albeit mildly for now. The NWS update details that, for Harry Reid and the broader swathes of southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and southeast California, winds should remain below 10 knots and hold to standard daily patterns. However, pilots should be ready to adjust their sails, particularly in the lower Colorado River Valley where northerly winds are to expectedly pick up during daylight times. For now, however, the skies remain clear and the flight paths undisturbed by the weather's whims.
The NWS’s spotter information statement is maintaining an open call for spotters to report any significant weather occurrences or impacts according to their standard operating procedures.
