Las Vegas is waking up under mostly cloudy skies and a brisk 41°F this morning after an overnight wind event that rattled the valley. A Wind Advisory that ran through 7 a.m. packed south winds of 20–30 mph with gusts near 50 mph, kicking up debris and making exposed stretches a headache for drivers. The main band of precipitation and strongest gusts has shifted east, and skies should start clearing by mid-morning, with highs headed for around 54°F.
Morning Travel And Mountain Impacts
According to the National Weather Service Las Vegas, low-elevation snow dropped to roughly 3,500–4,500 feet and mountain passes, including Mountain Springs Summit on Highway 160 and the Halloran Springs and Mountain Springs summits along I-15, saw conditions deteriorate quickly. Drivers heading to higher terrain should be ready for slick roads and brief visibility reductions through the mid-morning commute, and spotters are being asked to report any significant impacts to local authorities. Small craft on Lake Mead and Lake Mohave also dealt with hazardous waves while the stronger winds persisted early.
Afternoon: Sunny But Breezy
By midday the valley trades the gray for sunshine, but it will stay on the breezy side. Highs will land near 54°F with west-southwest winds around 8–18 mph and gusts up to about 29 mph. High-profile vehicles and anything not tied down in the yard could still have a rough go through the afternoon, though winds should generally ease after sunset. Mostly clear skies tonight will help drop temperatures into the mid-30s.
Thursday System And The Weekend
A third system is lined up to move through Thursday into Thursday night, bringing a 50% chance of rain and mountain snow after about 10 a.m., then easing to scattered showers by Thursday night before conditions dry out for the weekend. The weekend itself looks drier, with temperatures rebounding into the upper 50s and 60s early next week. For background on how this weather setup unfolded, see how this played out overnight.
Tips For Travelers
Secure patio furniture and trash cans, slow down on bridges and exposed corridors, and build in extra time for the morning commute. If you are headed to Mountain Springs or other passes, carry chains and check road and travel conditions before you go.
