Reno drivers celebrating Labor Day may face smoky skies and hot temperatures, with thunderstorms looming by midweek. Travel along I-580 and other roadways could be impacted if storms develop Tuesday into Tuesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, Monday’s holiday will bring sunny skies with highs near 92°F. Light southwest winds around 5 mph will offer little relief. Patchy smoke, already reported this weekend, could linger into the day, affecting air quality for outdoor activities and travelers across Washoe County.
Sunday night remains mostly clear with lows near 60°F, offering a mild break before Labor Day heat returns. By Tuesday, a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms enters the picture, mainly after 11 a.m. Conditions will stay mostly sunny with highs near 89°F, but calm winds could allow smoke and haze to hang over the region. Tuesday night holds another 20% storm risk, which may bring lightning and brief downpours before skies clear…