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Multiple Days of Severe Weather from Thunderstorms and Wildfires

Active spring pattern across the center of the nation with several rounds of severe thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend. The regions under the greatest threats are the southern Plains into the Mississippi Valley. Meanwhile, dry and breezy conditions with dry fuels are aiding in wildfires across the western High Plains and the Southeast. Wind and some snow for northern Rockies. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:46:29 pm PDT

A storm system will impact Northern and Central Nevada through Monday morning, resulting in periods of precipitation. Snow levels will start at around 7,000 feet today, before dropping to about 5,500 feet Sunday night. The majority of this precipitation will remain over Central Nevada.
An incoming storm system will bring chances for snow showers across northern and central Nevada. The graphics show the seventy-two hour probability of exceedance of one-tenth of an inch or more (left) and one inch or more (right) of snow through 500AM April 28, 2026. The higher summits and passes across the area are mostly likely to see some minor accumulations while valleys receive light amounts.
An incoming storm system will bring increasing chances for rain showers across northern and central Nevada through Monday. The graphics show the seventy-two hour probability of exceedance of one-quarter of an inch or more (left) and one-half inch or more (right) of rainfall through 500AM April 28, 2026. Central Nevada, specifically White Pine county, is showing a high likelihood of exceeding one-half inch of accumulation during this time.
Relatively light to moderate afternoon wind gusts this weekend and into next week, with peak gusts generally in the 15 to 20 mph range each afternoon. The best chances for wind gusts of 30 mph or greater will be on Sunday.

 

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