Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

Scattered showers and storms are expected across portions of the Central and Eastern U.S. through the end of the week. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Hot, dry weather and increasing winds will allow elevated wildfire conditions to return to the northern Intermountain West, where air quality issues persist from ongoing fires. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 8:06:33 am PDT

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July 2026 Climate in Review

High temperatures across Northern and Central Nevada both this afternoon and Saturday afternoon will be seven to nine degrees above normal for this time of year. Near record heat is expected in most of Northern and Central Nevada both this afternoon and Saturday afternoon.

High temperatures throughout Northern and Central Nevada both this afternoon and Saturday afternoon will be seven to nine degrees above normal for this time of year. This will result in a moderate to major risk for heat-related illnesses, especially for those without effective cooling. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke are possible for much of the population if precautions are not taken. Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and remain in an air-conditioned room.

High temperatures throughout Northern and Central Nevada this afternoon will be seven to nine degrees above normal for this time of year. Record heat is expected in Ely and Eureka this afternoon. Record-tying heat is anticipated in Tonopah this afternoon. Near record heat is expected in Elko this afternoon.

There is an elevated risk of wildfires in Northern Nevada today through Monday. The combination of critically dry fuels, very low relative humidity values, and gusty west winds can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

July 2026 was on average, warmer, and a mix of wetter than, and drier than normal for Northern and Central Nevada, with Eureka and Winnemucca seeing above normal precipitation for July. As is normal for July, no snow was observed for our snow climate sites. July climate data for select locations below as highlighted in the graphic. Elko: July 2026 was warmer than normal with an average temperature of 76.9 degrees, which was 5.0 degrees above normal, making July 2026 the 3rd Warmest July on record. Elko received 0.29” of rain which was below average. The average for rainfall is 0.36”. Ely: July 2026 was warmer than normal, with an average temperature of 72.6 degrees, which was 3.3 degrees above normal, making July 2026 the 1st Warmest July on record. Ely received a 0.27” of rain, which was below average. The average for rainfall is 0.63”. Eureka: July 2026 was warmer than normal, with an average temperature of 72.8 degrees, which is 2.8 degrees above normal, making July 2026 the 8th Warmest July on record. Eureka received 1.48” of rain which was above average, making July 2026 tied for the 4th wettest July on record. The average rainfall is 0.58”. Tonopah: July 2026 was warmer than normal, with an average temperature of 77.6 degrees, which was 1.9 degrees above normal. Tonopah received 0.03” of rain, which was below average. The average rainfall is 0.50”. Winnemucca: July 2026 was warmer than normal, with an average temperature of 75.9 degrees, which was 1.4 degrees above normal. Winnemucca received a 0.31” of rain which was above average,. The average for rainfall is 0.16”.