Reno, NV – A significant shift toward cooler, potentially wetter weather is expected across the Reno area beginning Tuesday, Oct. 20, following several days of sunshine and afternoon temperatures in the 70s. The approaching change could bring the first rain chances of the new workweek, with temperatures falling into the upper 50s and mountain snow levels dropping near 7,100 feet. The developing pattern may affect outdoor plans and travel through higher elevations of western Nevada as unsettled conditions continue into Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, rain chances begin after 11 a.m. Tuesday, when mostly cloudy skies and a high near 58 degrees are expected. Snow levels are forecast near 7,100 feet before rising to approximately 7,700 feet during the afternoon. Rain chances continue Tuesday night, with snow levels near 7,600 feet and temperatures falling to around 37 degrees. The forecast does not specify rainfall totals, precipitation probabilities or expected snow accumulations.
Rain Chances Expand as Temperatures Drop The Tuesday weather change follows a notably warm weekend across Reno and surrounding Washoe County communities. Saturday and Sunday are both expected to reach approximately 77 degrees under sunny skies. By Tuesday afternoon, temperatures could be nearly 20 degrees cooler than those weekend highs, creating a noticeable difference for residents returning to work and school…