NWS Forecast Office Elko, NV

The potential for wind gusts greater than 30 mph for Tuesday continues to increase as an east Pacific low pressure system draws near. Though winds will be breezy to windy across northern and central Nevada, the highest probability of meeting or exceeding this speed is across locations in central Nevada.

An east Pacific storm system will be affecting northern and central Nevada by mid-week, bringing increasing chances for valley rain showers and mountain snow showers. Most locations should see at least a tenth of an inch of rainfall, though some locations in the north could see a quarter inch or more. Don’t put away the umbrella yet!

A cold Pacific storm system is expected to affect the area by mid-week. Though spring has sprung, there is still a low probability of light snow showers occurring, with the percent chance of 0.1 or more of snow shown on the left and 1” on the right. So, don’t put away that heavier jacket just yet - you may need it for a few cold mornings this week!

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