Reno, Nev. – Northern Nevada will trade Labor Day sunshine for a stormier Tuesday as scattered thunderstorms threaten to slow travel and bring slick conditions on I-580 and other area highways. Drivers should remain alert Tuesday afternoon when storms are most likely.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms begins late Tuesday morning, with peak chances between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Patchy smoke may also reduce visibility at times. Winds remain light, but isolated heavy downpours could create ponding on roads and minor travel delays.
Temperatures will stay seasonably warm, with Reno reaching 88 degrees Tuesday before cooling into the upper 50s overnight. Conditions remain unsettled into Wednesday with another 20 percent chance of showers and storms before skies gradually clear. By Thursday, northern Nevada dries out with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s.
Residents planning outdoor events should keep backup shelter in mind through midweek. Carry water, secure loose items, and avoid unnecessary driving during storms, especially along I-580 and U.S. 395 where visibility could quickly drop.
Showers taper by Wednesday night, and the region heads into a dry, warm stretch through the weekend. The pattern highlights the seasonal shift, as September marks the start of meteorological fall across Nevada.
Warnings remain possible if storms intensify, and residents are urged to check for updates.
Five-Day Forecast for Reno, Nevada
- Tuesday: 20% chance of thunderstorms, high 88, low 58.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of showers before 11 a.m., high 88, low 60.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 89, low 59.
- Friday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers, high 87, low 57.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 84, low 54.
