Reno, NV – Spring storms will roll into western Nevada midweek, bringing a brief chance of showers and thunderstorms to Reno before a cooler, calmer weekend.
Residents should prepare for changing road conditions and potential lightning as a weak system moves into the region Wednesday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms begins after 11 a.m. Wednesday, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 72°F. Winds will shift northward and gust up to 10 mph by evening.
By Wednesday night, the chance of rain increases to 30 percent before tapering off late. Thursday will remain mostly sunny but cooler, with highs reaching 66°F and gusty winds returning — topping 20 mph in some areas. Snow levels may briefly drop to 7400 feet, though accumulation isn’t expected.
The biggest drop in temperatures comes Thursday night into Friday morning, when lows plunge to 35°F — Reno’s coldest night this week. Friday brings sunny skies and more stable spring weather, but chilly mornings are expected to linger.
Five-Day Forecast Preview:
- Wednesday: 20% chance of showers and storms. High: 72°F, Low: 45°F.
- Thursday: Windy, sunny. High: 66°F, Low: 35°F.
- Friday: Sunny and dry. High: 62°F, Low: 37°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and mild. High: 73°F, Low: 42°F.
- Sunday: Clear and pleasant. High: 71°F, Low: 41°F.
