Reno, NV – Northern Nevada residents should prepare for changing skies this week as showers arrive Friday, October 3, before a sunnier weekend. Commuters and outdoor planners should take note: rain could slow travel and dampen events, but brighter conditions return quickly.
According to the National Weather Service, Reno can expect a 40% chance of showers Friday, with possible thunderstorms after 11 a.m. Highs will reach 62°F with breezy winds shifting calm by evening. If traveling along I-580 or U.S. 395, drivers should anticipate slick pavement and sudden slowdowns during peak showers.
Thursday, October 2, will see increasing clouds and a 40% chance of showers. Highs near 70°F give way to cooler nighttime lows in the mid-40s. Winds may gust up to 25 mph, making early Halloween decorations vulnerable. Officials advise securing outdoor items before gusts increase.
The weekend brings relief. Saturday and Sunday stay mostly sunny with highs in the mid-60s. Overnight lows hover near 40°F. Perfect weather is expected for pumpkin patch visits, hiking, and early Halloween decorating.
Looking further ahead, Monday, October 6, continues the sunny streak with a high of 65°F, while Tuesday warms to the upper 60s.
📍 Five-Day Forecast at a Glance (Reno, NV):
- Thursday (Oct 2): High 70°F, showers possible, gusty winds.
- Friday (Oct 3): High 62°F, 40% chance of showers, breezy.
- Saturday (Oct 4): High 66°F, sunny skies.
- Sunday (Oct 5): High 66°F, sunny, calm winds.
- Monday (Oct 6): High 65°F, sunny.
