Reno, NV – The National Weather Service in Reno is warning drivers of challenging travel conditions today across the Sierra and western Nevada as snow and strong winds develop through the afternoon.
According to the NWS Reno forecast radar, steady snowfall is already being reported at elevations above 7,500 feet, including key mountain passes along Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50. A snow and rain mix is expected to continue into the evening, making for slick and potentially hazardous driving conditions.
Forecasters said the transition zone between snow and rain will lower slightly later today, bringing wet roads to foothill communities near Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, and portions of the Sierra Front. Valley locations, including Reno, Fallon, and Fernley, are expected to see gusty winds and scattered rain showers.
The weather service also noted blowing dust over some desert sinks, which could reduce visibility for drivers east of Reno and across U.S. 95 corridors. Motorists are urged to check road conditions before traveling and allow extra time for delays through mountain routes.
More snow is possible overnight as colder air settles in behind the system, with temperatures dropping into the 30s in higher elevations.
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