Southern Nevada is gearing up for another brutal stretch of triple-digit heat on Friday, with the Las Vegas Valley expected to sizzle in the low to mid 110s. Overnight lows will not offer much of a cool-down either, and the combo of bone-dry air and blazing sun will make any extended time outside a risky proposition without serious shade or air conditioning.
What To Expect Friday
AccuWeather is calling for RealFeel® temperatures around 112 to 113°F in Las Vegas, with similarly punishing readings in North Las Vegas and Henderson and the UV index pegged in the “extreme” range. Outlying communities will fare only slightly better, with Tonopah and parts of central Nevada forecast to reach the mid 90s while Reno is also expected to top out in the mid 90s. As reported by the Las Vegas Sun, there is essentially zero chance of measurable rain across the forecast area this weekend.
Official Forecast And Hotspots
The National Weather Service office in Las Vegas is predicting sunny and very hot conditions for Friday, with Valley highs near 111°F and south to southwest winds around 5 to 15 mph. The broader state forecast shows triple-digit readings stretching from Mesquite and Laughlin through the Lake Mead area, with Tonopah expected to land in the mid 90s. Low humidity and almost no chance of precipitation mean many neighborhoods will struggle to cool off overnight. Hour-by-hour details are available from forecast.weather.gov.
Why It Is So Hot
Forecasters are blaming a stubborn ridge of high pressure and very dry air aloft for cranking up temperatures across much of Nevada. In its forecast discussion, the National Weather Service warned that “dry conditions, breezy afternoons, and gradually warming temperatures are expected through the middle of next week,” a pattern that also heightens fire-weather concerns. That outlook is detailed in the discussion posted on forecast.weather.gov.
Heat Safety And Where To Find Relief
Clark County and the Southern Nevada Health District continue to urge residents to drink plenty of water, avoid heavy outdoor activity during peak afternoon heat, check in on older neighbors and never leave children or pets in parked cars, even for a short time. The county’s Stay Cool/Beat the Heat campaign is coordinating daytime cooling stations and other resources for people who need a break from the heat, with locations available by calling 2-1-1. Federal guidance from the CDC similarly emphasizes hydration, shade and quick medical attention at the first sign of heat illness as key steps during extreme heat events, according to clarkcountynv.gov.
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