News Summary
Residents of Southern Nevada are advised to prepare for potential rain and strong winds as Hurricane Priscilla approaches. The weather forecast indicates increasing cloud cover and a chance of showers throughout the week, with temperatures expected to hover in the low 80s. A flood advisory is in effect for Saturday, warning against possible minor flooding in areas with poor drainage. The remnants of Hurricane Priscilla could impact weather patterns, leading to gusty winds and scattered showers across the region.
Las Vegas
Residents of Southern Nevada should prepare for potential rain and strong winds as Hurricane Priscilla approaches the region. A low-pressure system is also expected to bring a slight chance of scattered showers starting Wednesday, with temperatures hovering around 80 degrees.
The Las Vegas weather forecast predicts a high of 81 degrees for Wednesday, accompanied by increasing cloud cover. As the week progresses, mostly sunny skies are anticipated for Thursday and Friday, with highs remaining in the low 80s. However, Saturday and Sunday are expected to see a stronger storm system moving in from the Pacific Northwest, resulting in increased winds. Wind gusts could reach between 30 and 40 mph over the weekend.
There is a 50 percent chance of rain in Las Vegas on Thursday and Friday due to potential remnants from Hurricane Priscilla, which is currently spinning off the coast of western Mexico. Originally near Category 3 status, the hurricane is forecasted to weaken starting Wednesday, but it may still impact the weather patterns across Southern Nevada, Southern California, and Arizona later this week.
While the region is preparing for possible rain, it is worth noting that October is generally a dry month for Las Vegas, with an average of only 0.32 inches of rain expected throughout the month. The last recorded rain of just 0.13 inches occurred on October 1, 2023. So far in 2025, Las Vegas has recorded a total of 2.33 inches of rain, which is 0.83 inches below the normal for the year, where an average year sees about 4.19 inches at Harry Reid International Airport.
The impact of earlier weather events is still fresh in the minds of residents, particularly the remnants of Hurricane Hilary in August 2023, which caused significant disruptions including school closures due to flooding. By September 27, 2025, Las Vegas was expected to shift back towards drier conditions as the month comes to an end, although showers had started affecting parts of northwest Arizona, raising the possibility of a similar impact in the valley.
A flood advisory is also in effect for Saturday night, cautioning against possible minor flooding in locations with poor drainage. The midweek weather forecast indicates varying chances for rainfall, from a 30 percent likelihood on Saturday to 50 percent on Thursday and Friday.
The following is the 4-day weather forecast for Southern Nevada:
- Wednesday: High of 85 degrees, mostly sunny.
- Thursday: High of 84 degrees, 50 percent chance of rain.
- Friday: High of 83 degrees, 50 percent chance of rain.
- Saturday: High of 80 degrees, 30 percent chance of rain.
Temperatures in the Las Vegas Valley are expected to range from the upper 60s to low 80s in the coming week, with winds expected to pick up after the weekend. Residents are advised to keep an eye on changing weather conditions as Hurricane Priscilla and the associated low-pressure system bring potential showers and gusty winds to the area.
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Additional Resources
- Fox5 Vegas: Mild October Weather Continues
- Wikipedia: Weather in Las Vegas
- Review Journal: October Rain Possible
- Google Search: Las Vegas weather
- 8 News Now: Scattered Showers Possible
- Google Scholar: Las Vegas weather impact
- News 3 LV: Gusty Winds and Rain Showers
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Las Vegas Weather
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