RENO – The desert air feels crisp and still this Halloween morning, with a quiet chill settling over the Truckee Meadows. The city glows under a clear pre-dawn sky, calm now — but changes are brewing just beyond the horizon as November nears.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, the region will enjoy a string of sunny, mild days through Sunday. Highs climb into the low to mid-70s, unusually warm for late October, while nights stay cool near 40°F. Light winds and dry air create ideal conditions for Halloween festivities, leaf cleanup, and last-minute outdoor projects before colder weather edges in next week.
Saturday and Sunday will continue this warm, tranquil stretch — a classic high-desert autumn pattern. However, models hint at a more active setup by Wednesday, when a Pacific front could drop snow levels from around 8,300 feet to near 7,300 feet. That means the Sierra passes, including I-80 over Donner Summit, may see the first flakes of November. While significant accumulation isn’t expected yet, it’s the earliest sign of the upcoming winter transition for the Reno–Tahoe region.
Drivers heading toward Tahoe early next week should monitor updates for potential mountain travel delays or slick conditions if temperatures cool faster than forecast.
For now, residents can enjoy one more picture-perfect fall weekend — brilliant sun by day, clear stars by night — before the high desert’s weather rhythm turns once again toward winter’s edge.
Five-Day Outlook for Reno, NV:
Sat: 76/43 – Sunny, calm, warm.
Sun: 74/45 – Bright skies; light breeze.
Mon: 71/46 – Mostly sunny; mild.
Tue: 66/48 – Clouds increase; cooler.
Wed: 64/40 – Rain chance; snow near 7,300 ft.
