As of 5:30 a.m. PDT on Saturday, April 4, the KVGT observing station was reporting clear skies and about 55°F across the Las Vegas Valley. Highs are still on track to jump into the low 80s this afternoon, but northerly winds will steal the spotlight, especially along the lower Colorado River corridor and area lakes. Expect bright late spring sunshine, with gusty pockets that could complicate water plans and make exposed road driving a bit of a white-knuckle experience.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Northerly winds will ramp up through the morning and into the midday hours, with sustained speeds of 10–14 mph in the valley and gusts into the 20s along the Strip. The NWS Las Vegas is flagging stronger gusts down the lower Colorado River Valley, where gusts near 35 mph are possible south of Lake Mohave, and a Lake Wind Advisory remains in effect through 5 p.m. Saturday, April 4. That could kick up 1–3 foot waves and create hazardous boating conditions, not exactly ideal for a lazy float. Look for the strongest gusts through late morning, with winds gradually easing as the afternoon wears on.
Warm Week Ahead
Once the winds back off this evening, the heat takes over. Temperatures climb into the mid 80s on Sunday and the upper 80s to near 91°F by Tuesday, bringing several days of above normal warmth. A weak disturbance could squeeze out an isolated shower or two Monday afternoon in far eastern Mohave County, but the dominant story stays dry and warming, a pattern we flagged in that weekend warmup. Sunscreen is your new best friend, and outdoor plans will feel most comfortable in the cooler morning and evening hours.
What To Watch And Do
Boaters should steer clear of exposed launches on Lake Mead and Lake Mohave while the advisory is active, and anyone driving high profile vehicles or towing trailers should be ready for gusty crosswinds on I-15 and U.S.-95 during the midday rush. Tie down patio furniture and other loose yard items so they do not become surprise projectiles, and give yourself extra time if you are towing or driving through open stretches of highway. For the latest advisory updates and hourly conditions, check the National Weather Service Las Vegas.
