Critical Fire Weather in the High Plains; Heavy Snow in the Western Mountains and Northern Plains

Gusty winds and low relative humidity will bring critical fire weather to the central and southern High Plains Wednesday. Two Pacific storms will continue impacting the mountains of the western U.S. into Thursday with gusty winds and heavy snow. Heavy snow and gusty winds will continue to impact the northern Plains into the central Great Lakes Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Feb 17, 2026 at 9:54:45 pm PST

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National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area, CA

National Weather Service San Joaquin Valley, CA

Winter Storm Warning

Avalanche Warning

Extreme Cold Warning

Winter Weather Advisory

Cold Weather Advisory

High Surf Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Wind Advisory

Winter Storm Warning

Reno/Carson City Winter Warning

Winter Weather Advisory

I-80 Snow

Avalanche Warnings

A major winter storm will impact the Sierra from late Sunday night through Wednesday morning, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and dangerous travel. Snow totals could reach 3-5 feet along the Sierra crest, 1-3 feet in Sierra valleys (including Tahoe), and up to 6 inches in lower valleys of northeast California. The heaviest snow is expected this evening. Strong winds today may cause near-zero visibility and whiteout conditions in the Sierra at times. Check with our friends at NDOT/CalTrans for the latest road information.

The Winter Storm Watch has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning for the greater Reno, Carson City, and Minden area for Tuesday. While rain and snow are expected today, the main snowfall impacts for the valley floors are expected Tuesday afternoon and evening. Valley floors could see 4 to 8 inches of snowfall, with foothill areas above 5,000 feet receiving 8 to 16 inches through Wednesday morning. Strong and gusty winds will accompany this storm, with Tuesday seeing gusts up to 50 mph and up to 60 mph in wind-prone locations. Localized blowing snow may impact wind prone areas. Plan on impacts to the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.

A strong winter storm is expected to impact the Sierra and western Nevada early next week, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel. Snowfall amounts generally around 1-3 inches are possible across portions of western Nevada with localized amounts up to 3-6 inches. Check with our friends at NDOT/CalTrans for the latest road information.

A major winter storm is expected from Sunday night through Wednesday, bringing heavy snow and significant travel impacts in the Sierra. Expect chain controls and possible road closures. If you plan to travel across the Sierra, aim to reach your destination by early Sunday afternoon to allow extra time before conditions worsen. Be sure to check with NDOT or Caltrans for the latest road conditions and updates.

HIGH avalanche danger exists in the backcountry. Large avalanches are expected to occur Tuesday, Tuesday night, and into at least early Wednesday morning across backcountry terrain. HIGH avalanche danger might continue through the day on Wednesday.