Nevada greets the morning with crisp air and a sharp bite as frost glints across rooftops and parked cars in Reno. Clear skies allow cold to settle into the valley, and the stillness makes the chill feel even stronger. Winter’s presence is quiet but firm.
Temperatures dropped near 22 degrees early, with colder pockets dipping into the teens outside the metro. According to the National Weather Service, calm winds and clear skies support efficient cooling, increasing frost and freeze impacts. Drivers should watch for icy patches on bridges, ramps, and shaded stretches along Interstate 80, especially where moisture lingered from previous melting.
Conditions improve steadily by afternoon. Sunshine pushes highs near 42 degrees, making it feel more manageable outdoors. To be fair, melting snow and frost during the day set the stage for flash freezing after sunset. Roads that appear dry can quickly refreeze once temperatures drop again.
Sunday trends slightly milder but remains seasonably cool. Increasing clouds limit overnight cooling somewhat, though lows still fall near the upper teens. Daytime highs reach the upper 40s, easing travel and outdoor plans.
By Monday, a noticeable shift arrives. Skies turn mostly sunny, and highs climb into the low 50s, reducing widespread ice concerns. Monday night remains cold, but the overall pattern turns more stable. Tuesday stays sunny with highs again near 52 degrees, offering one of the warmer days of the week.
Nationally, a major Winter storm brings snow, ice, and dangerous cold from the Plains to the East Coast. Western Nevada avoids those impacts, but cold nights continue to affect travel and daily routines locally.
Dress in layers this morning, protect pets and plants, and slow down on early drives. Slick spots can hide in plain sight.
How cold did it feel where you live when you stepped outside today?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Reno, Nevada
• Today: Sunny; high near 42
• Sunday: Increasing clouds; high near 48
• Monday: Mostly sunny; high near 52
• Tuesday: Sunny; high near 52
• Wednesday: Partly sunny; high near 50
