Clear, dry and pleasant, Las Vegas is on its best behavior today. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 79°F and light northwest winds this afternoon, with lows in the mid 50s tonight. If you have outdoor plans, enjoy the calm while it lasts and keep a backup ready for the weekend, when a stronger system moves in late Saturday with gusty winds and a chance of showers.
Today's Forecast
Sunny skies and low humidity hold steady through today with a high near 79°F and an overnight low around 56°F. Northwest winds should stay on the tame side at about 6 to 9 mph this afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, Friday looks a bit warmer, with highs near 84°F and increasing south to southeast winds that could gust into the 20s by evening.
Weekend Wind Watch
A low pressure system sliding in on Saturday will swing winds around to the southwest and kick the gusts up a notch, especially over higher terrain and the southern Great Basin. A forecast discussion from the National Weather Service highlights a 60 to 80 percent chance of gusts over 40 mph in parts of San Bernardino, Clark and Mohave counties. Valley rain chances sit near 30 percent from Saturday night into Sunday, and temperatures are likely to drop about 10°F for Sunday.
What To Expect Locally
Across most of the Las Vegas Valley, any rain that shows up should be spotty and mostly light, but the wind is the real headline. Stronger gusts could topple unsecured patio furniture and make driving uncomfortable on exposed stretches of road. It is a good time to bring lightweight items indoors, have a backup plan for Saturday night outdoor events and be ready for highs to slip into the low 70s on Sunday. Keep an eye on updates if you have travel or large outdoor gatherings lined up.
Travel Notes
Harry Reid International Airport operations should stay mostly normal through Friday, but it is smart to check your flight status before Saturday trips as winds ramp up. For the latest forecast and technical discussion, rely on the National Weather Service.
