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Southern Nevada Weather Alert: Rain, Storms Possible Oct 20-21
Las Vegas, NV – Gusty winds will sweep through the Las Vegas Valley before several days of sunshine give way to a possible return of showers and thunderstorms early next week. The National Weather Ser
By Claire Benton · 2026-10-15T09:14:25.084Z
Las Vegas, NV – Gusty winds will sweep through the Las Vegas Valley before several days of sunshine give way to a possible return of showers and thunderstorms early next week. The National Weather Service expects wind gusts reaching 32 mph Friday, followed by calmer conditions and afternoon temperatures in the upper 70s through the weekend. By Tuesday night and Wednesday, rain and thunderstorm chances enter the forecast, potentially interrupting the otherwise dry stretch across the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, Thursday will bring sunny skies and a high near 79 degrees, accompanied by north northeast winds of 14 to 21 mph and gusts reaching 30 mph. The breezy conditions will continue Thursday night, with gusts potentially reaching 28 mph before winds gradually weaken heading into the weekend. Friday will remain sunny, with temperatures climbing to approximately 81 degrees and gusts increasing to 32 mph.
Gusty Winds Arrive Before a Calmer Weekend Friday's stronger winds could be noticeable across exposed sections of Interstate 15, U.S. Highway 95 and Interstate 215, particularly for drivers operating high profile vehicles. North northeast winds of 14 to 21 mph are expected, with occasional gusts potentially reaching 32 mph. Although the supplied forecast does not indicate a wind advisory, motorists should remain mindful of changing crosswinds.
Friday night will bring mostly clear skies and a low near 64 degrees as north northeast winds decrease to 5 to 10 mph. The lighter winds will mark the beginning of a calmer weekend, allowing outdoor activities to proceed under generally favorable weather conditions.
Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 77 degrees. Mostly clear skies will continue Saturday night, with temperatures falling to around 62 degrees. The relatively mild conditions should extend into Sunday, when sunshine and a high near 78 degrees are expected.
Rain and Thunderstorm Chances Develop Next Week The more notable change arrives during the early part of next week, when precipitation chances begin appearing in the extended forecast. Tuesday, Oct. 20, will remain mostly sunny, with a high near 77 degrees and a slight chance of showers. The National Weather Service has not provided a specific precipitation probability or expected rainfall amount in the supplied forecast.
By Tuesday night, skies are expected to become mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling to approximately 60 degrees. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is forecast, introducing the possibility of wet conditions after several predominantly dry days.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, will bring partly sunny skies and a high near 72 degrees, with another chance of showers and thunderstorms. That temperature would be approximately nine degrees below Friday's projected high of 81 degrees, reflecting a gradual cooling trend rather than a sudden temperature collapse.
The supplied forecast does not identify a severe thunderstorm threat, flash flood warning or significant rainfall accumulation. However, residents planning outdoor activities during the middle of next week may want to monitor updated forecasts as the timing and coverage of possible showers become clearer.
Weekend Sunshine Offers a Window for Outdoor Activities Before the potential arrival of unsettled weather, Sunday and Monday should provide favorable conditions for residents and visitors throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Sunday will remain sunny, with temperatures near 78 degrees, followed by mostly clear skies and a nighttime low around 62 degrees.
Monday is expected to continue the pattern, with sunshine and another high near 78 degrees. Mostly clear skies will persist Monday night, with temperatures falling to approximately 62 degrees before rain chances begin increasing Tuesday.
The upcoming weather pattern offers a contrast between the gusty conditions expected Thursday and Friday, the calmer weekend and the possibility of showers and thunderstorms during the middle of next week.
For Las Vegas residents, the immediate concern is Friday's stronger winds, while the developing precipitation chances Tuesday night and Wednesday represent the main weather change later in the forecast period.
Will the possibility of rain and thunderstorms next week change your plans around Las Vegas?
Five Day Weather Outlook Thursday 10/15: Sunny and breezy conditions will bring a high near 79 degrees, with north northeast winds of 14 to 21 mph and gusts reaching 30 mph, followed by mostly clear skies and a nighttime low around 66 degrees.
Friday 10/16: Sunshine will continue with a high near 81 degrees, while north northeast winds of 14 to 21 mph could gust to 32 mph before weakening Friday night, when temperatures fall to approximately 64 degrees.
Saturday 10/17: Mostly sunny skies and a high near 77 degrees will bring calmer conditions to the Las Vegas Valley, with mostly clear weather continuing Saturday night and temperatures falling to around 62 degrees.
Sunday 10/18: Sunny skies and a high near 78 degrees will provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities across the metropolitan area, followed by mostly clear skies Sunday night and temperatures falling to approximately 62 degrees.
Monday 10/19: Another sunny afternoon is expected, with temperatures reaching approximately 78 degrees before mostly clear skies return Monday night, when lows near 62 degrees will precede a slight chance of showers Tuesday.
Extended Outlook: Oct. 20 21 Tuesday, Oct. 20, is expected to remain mostly sunny, with a high near 77 degrees and a slight chance of showers. Tuesday night will become mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling to around 60 degrees and a chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, will bring partly sunny skies and a high near 72 degrees, with additional showers and thunderstorms possible.