High Wind Warning for Reno-Tahoe: Gusts May Hit 80 mph

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A high wind warning has been issued for the Reno-Tahoe area, predicting significant gusts and inclement weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno anticipates strong winds and scattered rain beginning Tuesday night through Wednesday, November 5.

High Wind Warning for Reno-Tahoe

The wind warning is active from 1 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday. Gusts may reach between 70 to 80 mph in prone areas along U.S. 395. Ridgetop gusts could exceed 100 mph. The city of Reno is expected to experience gusts around 45 mph.

Impacts of Strong Winds

These damaging winds pose risks such as:

Downed trees and power lines
Potential widespread power outages
Difficult travel for high-profile vehicles

Conditions on Lake Tahoe will be hazardous, with winds gusting up to 45 mph. This could lead to waves reaching 3 to 5 feet, affecting small boats and paddlecraft.

Rain and Snow Forecast

Rain is likely on Wednesday, especially later in the morning and throughout the afternoon. Snow levels are expected to fall between 7,500 and 8,000 feet. The heaviest precipitation will likely occur in the western Sierra foothills and the Tahoe Basin.

Weather conditions are expected to improve by Wednesday night into Thursday, with calmer and warmer weather anticipated over the weekend.

Weekly Weather Outlook (November 4 – 9)

Reno Weather

Tuesday, Nov. 4: Mostly cloudy, high around 69°F.
Wednesday, Nov. 5: Rain likely (60%), high near 61°F.
Thursday, Nov. 6: Mostly sunny, high around 63°F.
Friday, Nov. 7: Mostly sunny, high around 67°F.
Saturday, Nov. 8: Mostly sunny, high around 67°F.
Sunday, Nov. 9: Partly sunny, high near 70°F.

Tahoe Weather

Tuesday, Nov. 4: Mostly cloudy, highs around 65°F.
Wednesday, Nov. 5: Rain and snow likely, highs near 50°F.
Thursday, Nov. 6: Mostly cloudy, highs around 60°F.
Friday, Nov. 7: Partly cloudy, highs near 62°F.
Saturday, Nov. 8: Partly cloudy, highs around 66°F.
Sunday, Nov. 9: Mostly cloudy, highs near 68°F.

Travelers should prepare for slick conditions, especially over Donner Pass on I-80. Gusty winds of 35 to 50 mph could result in challenging driving situations.