Las Vegas Area Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms

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Las Vegas Area Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms

The Las Vegas area is preparing for unsettled weather as a series of storms approach this week. A low-pressure system moving in from the West Coast is expected to generate regional showers and isolated thunderstorms.

Weather Forecast for Las Vegas

Current Conditions

On Wednesday, Las Vegas will experience mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching around 81 degrees. While regional showers are likely, the valley itself may primarily see virga, where raindrops evaporate before reaching the ground. Light winds will accompany these conditions, blowing from the west at speeds up to 10 mph.

Air Quality and Pollen Levels

  • Air quality: Good
  • Pollen levels: Moderate
  • Common pollen types: Ragweed, sage, and wormwood

Evening Outlook

Tonight, the skies will be mostly clear with overnight lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. Another chance of showers is possible, particularly north of the valley, as the storm system shifts eastward.

Upcoming Weather Patterns

Thursday and Friday Forecast

The weather is expected to stabilize by Thursday and Friday, with pleasant conditions and valley highs near 80 degrees. This will be a brief lull before another storm system forms in the Gulf of Alaska.

Weekend Forecast

Southern Nevada will experience stronger winds this Saturday and Sunday, with gusts ranging from 20 to 30 mph. Temperatures will drop, with valley highs reaching the upper 70s on Sunday.

Looking Ahead to Halloween

As Halloween approaches, the forecast indicates mostly clear skies, with temperatures during Trick-or-Treating expected to be in the low to mid 70s.

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