Las Vegas woke up under clear skies and a mild 54°F at the official Harry Reid station on Wednesday morning, and the warm-up will be quick. Temperatures are expected to jump into the mid 70s by around noon, then climb into the upper 70s to low 80s by late afternoon.
Afternoon and Weekend Outlook
Sun dominates the forecast on Wednesday, with a high near 79°F and a light east-southeast breeze. Tonight stays mostly clear, with lows dipping to around 56°F.
Thursday and Friday are set to nudge into the low 80s, and the valley is forecast to peak around 87°F on Saturday, which is well above what's typical for late February. Rain chances stay near zero through the weekend, and winds should remain on the lighter side for most neighborhoods. According to NWS Las Vegas, several daily high and warm minimum temperature records could be threatened later this week.
Heat Safety
This early-season stretch brings a Minor (Level 1) HeatRisk for lower Mojave areas, meaning heat-sensitive people could feel the impacts even though this is not considered an extreme event. It is a good idea to schedule strenuous activity for the cooler morning or evening hours, stay hydrated, and check on older adults, children, and pets during the warmest part of the day. Clark County coordinates cooling stations when needed; call 2-1-1 or see Clark County for locations and hours.
Why This Update Matters
We covered the warmup yesterday, but today’s forecast raises those highs a bit more and adds more stations to the record watch list, as noted in yesterday's early-season sizzle update. Forecasters also point to a trough that may arrive early next week, bringing stronger winds, a chance of light precipitation, and cooler temperatures, according to NWS Las Vegas.
