Nevada – Palm trees sway and dust lifts from desert lots this morning as strong winds sweep across the Las Vegas Valley. Early sunshine fills the sky, but gusty air already rattles signs and flags across southern Nevada.
Wind speeds are climbing quickly across Clark County, with steady 20 to 30 mph winds and gusts reaching 50 mph possible across the region. Drivers along major routes including Interstate 15, U.S. 95, and Interstate 11 may notice sudden crosswinds, especially near open desert corridors.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, a Wind Advisory remains in effect from 8 a.m. through late Saturday evening across southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and parts of eastern California.
These winds can blow around unsecured objects and create isolated power outages. Tree limbs may break in stronger gusts. Dust could also reduce visibility along dry lakebeds and desert highways.
High-profile vehicles should use extra caution today. Crosswinds can quickly push trucks and trailers sideways along exposed roadways, especially along Interstate 40 and State Route 66 near the Arizona border.
Despite the wind, skies stay bright across the Las Vegas metro. Afternoon temperatures climb into the mid-60s, offering a mild March afternoon across the valley.
Conditions remain breezy into the weekend before gradually easing. By Saturday, temperatures rise near 70 degrees, followed by a warm Sunday with highs pushing into the upper 70s.
Another seasonal change arrives early Sunday morning when Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Clocks spring forward across Nevada, bringing longer evenings and faster warming trends as March progresses.
Early next week, spring warmth builds quickly across the desert Southwest. High temperatures could approach 80 degrees by Monday and Tuesday, signaling a shift toward steady spring weather.
Are winds already strong where you are around the Las Vegas Valley today?
Five Day Outlook for Las Vegas, Nevada
Friday: Sunny and breezy, high 66°F.
Saturday: Sunny and breezy, high 70°F.
Sunday: Sunny with lighter winds, high 77°F.
Monday: Sunny and warm, high 80°F.
Tuesday: Sunny and mild, high 81°F.
