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Powerful Early Winter Storm Hits Las Vegas Area With 50 MPH Winds and Mountain Snow

BySaluda Standard Sentinel Team October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

LAS VEGAS, Nev. — An early winter storm is sweeping across Southern Nevada, bringing strong winds, blowing dust, and heavy mountain snow through early Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas.

Winds Up to 50 MPH Across Southern Nevada

A Wind Advisory has been expanded to include all of Southern Nevada, Eastern San Bernardino County (California), and Northern Mohave County (Arizona). Forecasters say south to southwest gusts between 40 and 50 mph will create dangerous crosswinds, blowing debris, and poor visibility on desert highways.

Drivers are urged to use caution, especially on open stretches of Interstate 15 and routes leading into California and Arizona.
Boaters on Lake Mead and Lake Mohave are also advised to avoid open water due to hazardous wave conditions.

Heavy Snowfall in the Sierra and Spring Mountains

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Eastern Sierra, where 8 to 16 inches of snow are expected between 7,000 and 9,000 feet, with up to 2 feet possible above 9,000 feet. Winds in mountain zones could also reach 50 mph, creating whiteout conditions in higher passes.

Additional Winter Weather Advisories cover the Spring Mountains and White Mountains, where several inches of snow and gusts up to 40 mph are likely. These conditions are expected to affect travel on Nevada Highways 156, 157, and 158, key access routes to Mount Charleston.

Hazards and Safety Precautions

Forecasters warn that visibility could deteriorate rapidly due to blowing dust in desert valleys and snow squalls in higher terrain. Residents are encouraged to:

Secure outdoor items such as patio furniture and decorations.
Avoid mountain travel unless necessary.
Check road conditions before heading into elevated areas.
Allow extra travel time and stay alert for changing weather.

Conditions Improve Midweek

Meteorologists expect the worst of the storm to subside by Wednesday afternoon, with cooler temperatures lingering into the weekend. Skies will gradually clear by Thursday, bringing calmer weather and crisp autumn air to the Las Vegas Valley.

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Saluda Standard Sentinel Team

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