Las Vegas, Nev. – Dangerous heat is gripping southern Nevada and surrounding regions with an extreme heat warning in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday, as daytime highs soar well above 110 degrees in Las Vegas and push toward 120 in Furnace Creek.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, major-to-extreme heat risk will continue across Clark County, southern Nye County, and neighboring Mohave County, Arizona. Overnight lows in Las Vegas will only fall into the upper 80s, offering little relief. Owens Valley will also see highs near 105 with moderate heat risk.
Communities most affected include Las Vegas, Henderson, Laughlin, Pahrump, Bullhead City, and Kingman. Public health officials warn that heat-related illnesses will increase sharply if residents do not take precautions. Drivers are urged not to leave children or pets in cars, where interiors can reach lethal temperatures within minutes.
Residents are advised to drink water frequently, limit outdoor activity to early morning or evening, and wear lightweight clothing. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration also urges outdoor workers to schedule shaded breaks and remain alert for signs of heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency.
The warning remains in effect through Saturday evening, with temperatures expected to remain dangerously high until conditions begin to ease late in the weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Las Vegas, NV:
- Friday: High near 108, chance of afternoon storms, low 90.
- Saturday: High near 106, scattered storms, low 90.
- Sunday: High near 105, storms possible, low 86.
- Monday: High near 103, scattered showers, low 83.
- Tuesday: High near 96, storms likely, low 80.
