Fire Weather Concerns and Severe Weather

Dry and breezy conditions will bring elevated to critical fire weather conditions across portions of the northern and central High Plains through this weekend, where fuels remain largely receptive. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are possible from the Plains into the Upper Midwest, as well as in the Ohio Valley and portions of the Mid-Atlantic through this weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 6:46:43 pm PDT

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

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Red Flag Warning

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Red Flag Warning

Temperatures and Wind

The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning. Hot, dry, & windy conditions will result in elevated fire danger for portions of southern Nevada tomorrow. Any fires that develop will have the potential to spread rapidly, make sure to obey all fire restrictions!

Today’s high temperatures are a few degrees above normal for mid-September, which means highs in the low 100s for the Las Vegas area. Southerly to southwesterly winds will strengthen later today, with peak gusts generally between 25 and 30 mph for most locations. Winds stay elevated going into the evening.

Fire Weather Concerns and Severe Weather

NWS Forecast Office Las Vegas, NV