Nevada wakes up under a pale winter sky Monday as cold air settles into the Truckee Meadows. In Reno, temperatures hover in the mid-30s early, with frosty windshields and a sharp chill greeting commuters and students returning to school.
According to the National Weather Service, skies turn mostly sunny today with highs near 47 degrees. A brief chance of light rain develops later this afternoon, though impacts remain limited. Roads stay mostly dry, but the real concern arrives after sunset as clear skies allow temperatures to plunge.
Tonight, lows fall near 26 degrees across Reno and Sparks. That sharp drop raises a freeze risk and the potential for black ice on bridges, overpasses, and shaded roadways, including stretches of I-80 and U.S. 395. Drivers should slow down early Tuesday and watch for slick patches that can be hard to spot.
Tuesday brings a welcome break. Sunshine dominates, and highs climb to the upper 40s, offering a calmer winter day. Tuesday night stays cold again, with lows near 30 degrees. By Wednesday, clouds increase and a slight chance of rain develops during the afternoon as another weak system approaches.
Colder air follows Wednesday night. Rain may briefly mix with snow during the evening hours, especially as temperatures dip into the mid-20s. Accumulation appears minimal in the valley, but even light flakes could create slushy spots during late travel.
Thursday turns brighter but colder. Sunshine returns, highs hover near 42 degrees, and nighttime lows dip close to 20 degrees. Winter conditions linger into the end of the week, though dry weather dominates.
Meteorologists continue tracking active systems across the West, meaning winter travel issues could return with little notice. Plan extra time during early commutes.
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Five Day Weather Outlook for Reno, Nevada
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 47
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 48
Wednesday: Slight chance of rain, high near 47
Thursday: Sunny, high near 42
Friday: Sunny, high near 44
