Nevada, USA – A raw, damp chill settles over Reno before sunrise, with low clouds hugging the foothills and rain tapping steadily against windshields. The pavement glistens under streetlights, and a thin mist hangs across the Truckee River corridor as early travelers brace for a messy start to the week.

According to the National Weather Service in Reno, steady rain continues early today with snow levels near 6,800 feet. Drivers on I-80, Highway 395, and Mount Rose Highway should expect wet lanes, brief visibility drops, and gusty crosswinds in exposed areas. Residents beginning their Thanksgiving travel window should pack warm layers, watch for fast-changing Sierra conditions, and allow extra time for morning commutes.

According to meteorologists, rain continues into the afternoon before a rain/snow mix becomes possible after dusk, mainly near 6,500 feet and above. Minor accumulation is possible on the highest passes, though most lower elevations stay wet rather than icy. Still, any quick drops in temperature this evening could trigger a “winter tease” near the foothills, especially north and west of downtown.

Tuesday brings a quieter pattern with partly sunny skies and highs in the low 50s. Patchy fog may linger along the valley floor at daybreak, so travelers should remain cautious around I-80 interchanges and the Spaghetti Bowl. Conditions improve through midday, making it a good window for errands, work trips, or early holiday departures.

By Wednesday, Reno turns mostly sunny with mild breezes and highs in the low to mid-50s. That calmer setup supports Thanksgiving travel across Northern Nevada, though another weak system may brush the region late week. For now, the early-week weather whiplash marks another November reminder that winter edges closer across the Sierra.

Five-Day Forecast for Reno, NV

Mon: 48/35 – Rain; foothill snow chance late.
Tue: 51/28 – Partly sunny; patchy fog early.
Wed: 53/31 – Mostly sunny; mild.
Thu: 49/31 – Chance rain; breezy.
Fri: 50/28 – Mostly sunny; cool.