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Nevada Weather Alert: Las Vegas 32 MPH Gusts Friday, Nov. 12-17
LAS VEGAS, NV — Gusty winds could sweep across the Las Vegas Valley Friday as a changing Pacific weather pattern brings rain chances and cooler temperatures. After afternoons near 74 degrees, temperat
By Cole Barrett · 2026-11-12T10:48:49.649Z
LAS VEGAS, NV — Gusty winds could sweep across the Las Vegas Valley Friday as a changing Pacific weather pattern brings rain chances and cooler temperatures. After afternoons near 74 degrees, temperatures will gradually fall toward the upper 40s by early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, Friday afternoon winds could gust to 29 mph. Gusts may reach 32 mph Friday night, when a 30% chance of showers develops after 10 p.m.
The changing conditions could affect outdoor activities and travel across Clark County.
Friday Winds Could Reach 32 MPH Friday, November 13, begins mostly sunny, with temperatures climbing near 74 degrees.
However, south winds increase to 11–16 mph during the afternoon.
Gusts could reach 29 mph before evening.
By Friday night, winds increase to 10–18 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 32 mph.
A 30% chance of showers develops after 10 p.m., with temperatures falling near 56 degrees.
Drivers traveling Interstate 15, US 95 and exposed desert highways should remain alert for crosswinds.
High profile vehicles may be more sensitive to stronger gusts.
Secure lightweight outdoor furniture and decorations before winds increase.
Saturday Brings Cooler Weather Saturday, November 14, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 70 degrees.
That represents a 4 degree decline from Friday's expected high.
Saturday night turns mostly clear, with temperatures falling near 52 degrees.
Sunday, November 15, continues the cooling trend.
Mostly sunny skies should accompany a high near 68 degrees.
Sunday night remains partly cloudy, with lows near 52 degrees.
For residents planning weekend activities, the afternoons remain comfortable despite the cooler pattern.
More Rain Chances Develop Monday and Tuesday Monday, November 16, brings mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 68 degrees.
However, a slight chance of showers develops after 4 p.m.
Clouds increase Monday night, with another chance of showers and lows near 51 degrees.
Tuesday brings mostly cloudy skies and a chance of additional showers.
Temperatures reach approximately 63 degrees.
By Tuesday night, lows fall near 47 degrees.
That represents a 27 degree difference from Friday's expected afternoon high.
Could Mountain Snow Become a Concern? The NOAA Weather Prediction Center is tracking a strong Pacific storm affecting California and the Great Basin.
Heavy snow and potentially blizzard conditions are expected in California's higher Sierra Nevada elevations.
However, the supplied Las Vegas forecast does not indicate accumulating snow in the city.
Wednesday brings partly sunny skies and temperatures near 63 degrees.
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents should continue monitoring changing regional weather patterns.
Are you preparing for Friday's gusty winds or hoping for some November rain? Share what conditions you're seeing around Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas and Summerlin.