Under a crystal-clear desert sky, Las Vegas wakes to a brisk 48°F this morning — the kind of cool start that quickly gives way to sun-drenched warmth. The week ahead looks picture-perfect for outdoor events, visitors, and commuters as high pressure strengthens over southern Nevada.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, the city will see steady warming through Thursday, with highs reaching 72°F to 73°F under calm winds and full sunshine. Nights will stay crisp in the upper 40s to near 50°F, a reminder that December nights can still carry a chill in the desert.
While most of the country braces for snowstorms and Arctic air, Las Vegas remains firmly in a mild zone, making it one of the most comfortable U.S. travel destinations this week. The forecast shows no rain chances through early next week, ensuring smooth air travel and ideal driving conditions for anyone heading into or out of the city for the holidays.
By Friday and Saturday, temperatures will remain in the low 70s with calm breezes, before a slight cool-down Sunday keeps highs near 68°F. The long-range pattern remains stable, but meteorologists caution that late December could bring cooler Pacific systems — something to watch as the month unfolds.
Five-Day Snapshot (Las Vegas, NV):
Wednesday: Sunny, high 72°F.
Thursday: Sunny, high 73°F.
Friday: Sunny, high 73°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 70°F.
Sunday: Sunny, high 68°F.
