Las Vegas is set for some unusually warm days ahead, as the National Weather Service in Las Vegas predicts temperatures to exceed the norm by over 10 degrees during the next week. According to their Area Forecast Discussion released early this morning, the warmth will be ushered in on the coattails of a high-pressure system sitting over the eastern Pacific Ocean.
Those planning outings along the Colorado River Valley should be ready for a persistent northern breeze this afternoon, with the winds stirring up waves between 1.5 and 3 feet on Lake Mohave and Lake Havasu; while on land, the mercury is set to climb steadily as we step further into December, with the week looking at highs between 10 and 12 degrees above what is typically expected for this time of year.
For aviation, VFR (Visual Flight Rules) conditions are expected to prevail across the region. The forecast from NWS Las Vegas highlighted that north to northeast winds will prevail through much of the afternoon with speeds remaining 8 knots or less for Harry Reid Airport, bringing some sense of predictability for those taking to the skies, with just some occasional high clouds giving any variety to the otherwise clear vista above.
As for the broader areas of southern Nevada, northwestern Arizona, and southeastern California, NWS Las Vegas assures similar conditions, with north to northeast winds staying under 10 knots across most of the regions, except for KEED and KIFP where 10-20 knot northerly winds are expected to persist. VFR conditions are to be the order of the day as we head out of the week, setting a smooth stage for pilots and travellers alike.
Lastly, the NWS has issued a call to action for its spotter network, encouraging local weather enthusiasts to report any significant weather or impacts according to standard operating procedures.
