Reno drivers may face slick roads and reduced visibility by Wednesday afternoon as showers and possible thunderstorms return to western Nevada. Travelers along I-580 should prepare for slower commutes and brief downpours as unsettled weather lingers into the evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, storm chances increase to 50% by late Wednesday morning and continue into the night. Thunderstorms could bring gusty winds and brief heavy rain between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m. West winds will also strengthen to 5–10 mph, adding to travel concerns.
Temperatures in Reno will top out near 70 Wednesday, several degrees cooler than Tuesday’s 75. Showers taper overnight, but residents should keep umbrellas and rain jackets handy. By Thursday, a 20% chance of scattered showers lingers before skies clear for a brighter stretch heading into the weekend.
Friday brings full sunshine and calmer conditions, with highs climbing to the mid-70s. By Saturday, Reno warms to near 80, offering a clear window for outdoor plans. Dry weather dominates through early next week, though cooler nights in the mid-40s will remind residents that fall conditions are setting in.
Residents should use caution on wet roads Wednesday, charge devices in case of isolated outages, and monitor updated advisories. While sunshine returns by Friday, warnings remain in place until showers clear Thursday night.
Five-Day Forecast for Reno, NV
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 70, low around 46.
- Thursday: Slight chance of showers, high near 72, low around 49.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 76, low around 50.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 80, low around 52.
- Sunday: Chance of showers, partly cloudy, high near 76, low around 48.
