Las Vegas, Nevada – Triple-digit heat is making a fierce comeback across southern Nevada this weekend, with Death Valley expected to reach a blistering 115°F on Sunday and Lake Mead not far behind at 108°F.
According to the National Weather Service Las Vegas, a ridge of high pressure is building in from the southeast, bringing dangerously dry conditions and widespread heat from Saturday through Sunday. Recreational hotspots like the Valley of Fire (106°F), Red Rock Canyon (98°F), and Lake Havasu (107°F) will offer little relief, prompting warnings for anyone planning outdoor activities.
Road surfaces and hiking trails across lower elevations will become dangerously hot by midday, with temperatures climbing above 100°F as early as 10 a.m. Visitors are urged to avoid strenuous activity, carry extra water, and use sun protection. While Mt. Charleston offers a cooler escape—topping out at 82°F Sunday—even higher elevations like Whitney Portal will still feel summer’s grip at 77°F…