Las Vegas, Nevada – Southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and eastern California will see a steady cooldown through Friday as winds strengthen ahead of an approaching low-pressure system.
According to the National Weather Service Las Vegas, daily highs will drop from the mid-80s into the low 70s across the region by Friday, with gusty winds expected to develop beginning Wednesday afternoon. The system will bring below-average temperatures through the weekend.
In Las Vegas, high temperatures will fall from 85°F Wednesday to just 73°F by Saturday. Winds may reach 25 to 30 mph, especially by Thursday afternoon. Kingman, Arizona, will see similar cooling, from 77°F to 69°F, while Bishop, California, dips from 79°F to 68°F with persistent breezes.
Drivers should prepare for crosswinds on highways such as I-15, I-40, and US-95. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items and remain cautious in areas prone to blowing dust or fire weather conditions. Cooling temperatures may also prompt increased heating use overnight.
The cooler pattern is expected to linger through Sunday, with temperatures rebounding early next week. Additional advisories could be issued if wind speeds increase or fire risk elevates.
