3 days Ago By Anthony Jackson
Las Vegas residents can expect a break from the recent period of showers and isolated thunderstorms, as the National Weather Service predicts clearing skies. The southern Great Basin, which has been monitored for weather disturbances, will see the departure of a weather system. "Expect continued light showers and isolated thunderstorms across the southern Great Basin today, along with region-wide below-normal temperatures and gusty southwest winds as a weather system moves out of the area," stated the National Weather Service Las Vegas.
Commuters should be aware of the potential for slick roads due to light rain mixing with road debris.As for the wind conditions, southwestern gusts are expected throughout today, reaching speeds between 15 and 25 mph in some parts of the Mojave Desert. For nature enthusiasts hoping to visit higher elevations, snow levels will be rising although an additional half-inch to an inch and a half of snow may be deposited in the southern Great Basin's higher terrain.
"Today will be the coolest day of the forecast period, with each climate site observing highs in the Top 10 Coolest for April 27th," stated the report from the National Weather Service.Looking ahead into the week, the weather narrative is set to shift dramatically. A broad ridging pattern is poised to take over the western United States, which should herald in warmer temperatures, calmer winds, and drier conditions.
This will be a welcome change after today’s minor disturbances. There is, however, a note of caution as another weather system could be on the horizon for next weekend.Aviation forecasts have been similarly affected.
"Southwest winds with gusts of 20 to 25 knots will prevail through the day today," according to the aviation section of the National Weather Service update. Harry Reid and other regional airports will need to adapt to part-time wind shifts and the occasional cloud cover at elevations above 10k feet AGL, with the rest of the southern Nevada, northwest Arizona, and southeast California areas experiencing breezier conditions.The National Weather Service also calls for spotter participation, urging them to report any significant weather occurrences or impacts as they unfold.
The collaboration between the community and the weather service is instrumental in maintaining awareness and safety across the region..
