A biting chill grips Reno as dawn breaks over the Truckee Meadows. Frost coats rooftops and windshields, and the morning air feels sharp and still at 33°F. Drivers setting out early along I-80 and U.S. 395 should move carefully — black ice remains possible on shaded ramps and bridge decks where temperatures dipped to the mid-20s.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, skies will stay mostly sunny through the day, with light winds and highs climbing into the mid-40s. By Thursday, a slight warm-up begins as daytime readings approach 50°F, continuing into the weekend when highs may reach 60°F under bright, dry skies.
While the afternoons will feel mild for early December, mornings will continue to start near freezing, especially across outlying valleys. Residents should protect pipes, pets, and plants during early morning hours and expect light frost on car surfaces until 9 a.m.
The upcoming stretch remains stable and dry — an ideal setup for early holiday decorating, leaf cleanup, and local travel. Still, forecasters note that any Pacific moisture arriving next week could bring back fog or light snow chances near mountain passes.
Bundle up for those crisp starts and drive cautiously through early morning frost zones.
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Five-Day Outlook for Reno, NV
Today (Wednesday): Mostly sunny, high 44°F, low 23°F.
Thursday: Sunny, high 50°F, low 33°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 57°F, low 36°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 61°F, low 35°F.
Sunday: Sunny, high 60°F, low 34°F.
