Las Vegas drivers may face slick roads and reduced visibility Friday afternoon as thunderstorms move into the valley to close out September. Travelers on I-15 and US-95 should plan for slower commutes and possible delays if storms develop during peak travel hours.
According to the National Weather Service, storm chances rise to 30 percent Friday after 11 a.m., with isolated downpours lingering into the evening. Gusty winds could accompany heavier cells, pushing dust across desert highways and creating sudden hazards. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and avoid flooded intersections.
Thursday brings a warm, partly sunny setup with highs in the mid-90s, but cloud cover increases late in the day. By Friday, highs dip closer to 90 degrees as fall weather patterns introduce scattered showers and brief rumbles of thunder. Conditions gradually improve Friday night, leaving a clearer, drier weekend ahead.
Saturday and Sunday look more stable, with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-80s. Still, isolated showers remain possible, particularly in higher terrain east of Las Vegas. Cooler mornings in the mid-60s will give residents their first real taste of early fall.
The final days of September will close on a seasonal note, with highs climbing back into the upper 80s by Monday. More showers may return early next week, signaling a continued transition from summer heat toward cooler autumn patterns.
Warnings remain possible if Friday storms intensify, so residents are urged to monitor updates and stay weather-aware.
Five Day Forecast for Las Vegas, Nevada
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 95. Low around 77.
- Thursday: Chance of showers late. High near 95. Low near 73.
- Friday: 30% chance of thunderstorms after 11 a.m. High near 90. Low around 72.
- Saturday: Isolated showers, partly sunny. High near 86. Low near 69.
- Sunday: Partly sunny with a storm chance. High near 84. Low near 66.
