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Reno, NV – Nevada is preparing for a highly variable winter pattern from December 18–24, with NOAA’s long-range outlook showing above-normal precipitation across northern and western Nevada and temperatures hovering near normal statewide. This setup supports heavy Sierra snow, valley snow and mix, and rain with occasional ice in central and eastern regions heading into Christmas Eve.
According to NOAA, western Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and the Tahoe Basin, will see significant snow in higher elevations and a rain–snow mix in valleys. From December 19–23, multiple systems may bring heavy Sierra snowfall, impacting Mount Rose Summit, Donner Pass (nearby in CA), Spooner Summit, and Kingsbury Grade with chain controls and reduced visibility…