Nevada – Early sunlight spills across the Las Vegas Valley, but the air feels noticeably cooler than recent mornings. Clear skies and calm winds may look inviting, yet winter’s quieter side is settling in as temperatures trend down heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, southern Nevada remains dry with no rain in sight, but a cooler pattern takes hold. Daytime highs ease from the mid-60s to near 60 by Saturday, while overnight lows drop sharply. Parts of the valley dip into the mid-30s by late weekend, especially in outlying neighborhoods and wind-sheltered areas.
The biggest impact comes after sunset. Clear skies allow heat to escape quickly, setting up cold mornings and patchy frost risk in colder pockets. While no freezing precipitation is expected, drivers should stay alert in shaded areas where moisture from irrigation or earlier dew can briefly slick pavement around sunrise.
Travel across I-15, US-95, and surface streets remains smooth overall. Winds stay light, and visibility stays high. Still, the temperature swing can catch people off guard. Jackets feel necessary early, then optional by afternoon as sunshine does its work.
Saturday and Sunday both deliver classic winter desert weather. Bright sun, cool afternoons, and cold nights dominate the pattern. Outdoor plans remain favorable during the day, but anyone heading out early should dress for the chill. Pets and plants may need extra protection during the coldest hours.
Looking ahead, a gradual warming trend develops early next week as high pressure strengthens across the Southwest. Longer-range outlooks suggest above-normal temperatures returning to the region while colder air remains locked farther east.
Take advantage of the dry weather, but plan layers for morning and evening. Did your neighborhood dip colder than expected overnight? Let us know what temperatures you’re seeing around Las Vegas.
Five-Day Outlook for Las Vegas, NV
- Friday: Mostly sunny; high near 65°F
- Saturday: Sunny and cooler; high near 61°F
- Sunday: Sunny; high near 58°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny; high near 59°F
- Tuesday: Sunny and mild; high near 62°F
