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Reno, NV Weather Update: Rain, Mountain Snow Oct. 11-12
Rain showers could leave Reno roads wet while falling snow levels bring wintry conditions closer to nearby mountain routes Monday night. Snow levels may drop to 5,300 feet early Tuesday, potentially a
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-10-11T12:21:43.565Z
Rain showers could leave Reno roads wet while falling snow levels bring wintry conditions closer to nearby mountain routes Monday night. Snow levels may drop to 5,300 feet early Tuesday, potentially affecting higher elevation travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, showers remain possible through Monday evening, October 12. Snow levels will gradually fall as colder air moves across western Nevada, creating changing conditions for drivers traveling toward the Sierra Nevada.
Sunday, October 11, brings increasing clouds and a 30% chance of afternoon showers. Temperatures should reach 61 degrees, with light winds shifting north around 5 mph.
Rain chances increase to 40% Sunday night, with temperatures dropping to approximately 36 degrees. Snow levels could fall from 8,000 feet to 6,700 feet overnight.
Columbus Day brings the highest precipitation probability in Reno's forecast.
Monday carries a 50% chance of showers after 8 a.m., with temperatures reaching only 54 degrees. Snow levels should hover near 6,400 feet during the day.
Conditions remain unsettled Monday evening, with a 40% chance of showers before 11 p.m. Snow levels could drop from 6,600 feet to 5,300 feet after midnight.
Travelers heading into higher elevations should monitor road conditions, especially where precipitation overlaps with falling temperatures.
Reno itself is forecast to remain above freezing Monday night, with temperatures near 31 degrees, creating potential frost concerns by Tuesday morning.
Sunshine returns Tuesday, October 13, with highs near 61 degrees.
Wednesday warms to 67 degrees, followed by 69 Thursday and 70 Friday. Saturday could reach 75 degrees.
The improving forecast offers several dry days after Monday's unsettled weather, although residents should remain prepared for chilly overnight temperatures.