News Summary
Las Vegas is preparing for a significant chance of showers with a 40 percent likelihood today, as predicted by the National Weather Service. Despite recent sporadic rainfall, this monsoon season has been among the driest on record. Meteorologists indicate that consistent forecasts will see a chance of rain throughout the week, but lingering dry conditions may still pose challenges to the region. Residents are urged to stay updated on weather developments, especially with an extreme heat warning currently in effect.
Las Vegas is bracing for another wave of monsoon moisture with a 40 percent chance of showers today, according to predictions from the National Weather Service. Rain is most likely to fall during the afternoon and evening hours, potentially bringing much-needed precipitation to the region.
The anticipated showers this week mirror last week’s storm activity that encircled the Las Vegas Valley, which yielded only minimal rainfall. Meteorologist Matt Woods noted that there is a 20 percent chance of rain every day this week, highlighting the unpredictability of rainfall during the monsoon season.
Historically, the Las Vegas monsoon season, which spans from July 1 to September 30, has significant fluctuations in rainfall. This year has proven to be challenging, with measurements indicating that the area is currently experiencing one of the driest seasons on record. As of now, Harry Reid International Airport has recorded measurable rain only once this month, gathering a mere 0.02 inches on July 3.
The current monsoon season ranks as the fourth-driest experienced, trailing behind the driest seasons in 2020 and 1944, which logged a trace of rain. The year 2010 also stood out with just 0.01 inches. Typically, Las Vegas averages 4.18 inches of rainfall per year, with {b}2.05 inches recorded in 2025 against an averaged expectation of 2.27 inches during the monsoon.
For today, local weather forecasts predict a high of 101 degrees Fahrenheit along with a 40 percent chance of rainfall. The upcoming five-day weather outlook reveals moderate temperatures with highs around 95 degrees and rain chances fluctuating: Wednesday at 30 percent, Thursday at 20 percent, and a consistent 30 percent likelihood for both Friday and Saturday.
Several areas in Henderson and the southwest valley have recently reported rainfall amounts ranging between 0.04 to 0.67 inches, according to gauges from the Regional Flood Control District. Additionally, thunderstorms developed in parts of northwestern Clark County, such as Indian Springs, earlier this week, indicating the potential for localized storm systems.
Compounding the weather challenges, the Las Vegas Valley is currently subjected to an extreme heat warning that remains in effect until Saturday at 11 p.m. Temperatures are forecasted to be 5 to 10 degrees above the normal range, placing additional strain on residents and prompting local officials to activate cooling stations operated by Clark County to provide relief.
The backdrop of potential rain this week comes after a notably dry monsoon season that has led to widespread concerns about water availability and its impacts on local ecosystems and the community at large. Although it is uncertain how much rain today may bring, residents remain hopeful for precipitation to quench the dry conditions that have persisted.
As the monsoon season progresses, meteorologists continue to stress the unpredictability of rainfall patterns in the region, noting that factors such as cloud cover can significantly influence storm development and precipitation levels. Thus, Las Vegas residents are encouraged to stay updated on the weather and prepare for the possibility of rain in the coming days.
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