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Carson City could see rain and snow in the next week but the National Weather Service is warning of “hazardous weather conditions” Thursday due to the likelihood of high winds.
The NWS (weather.gov) has issued a high wind watch starting Thursday at 11 a.m. and continuing through 8 p.m., warning of southwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts exceeding 65 mph in wind prone areas.
“Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects,” the NWS said. “Tree limbs could be blown down and power outages may result. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. Areas of blowing dust may reduce visibility, especially near deserts, playas, and sinks.
“Winds may knock down burned trees in the Davis Fire burn area.
The Davis Fire started in Davis Creek Regional Park in Washoe Valley on Sept. 7. The wildfire eventually burned over 5,800 acres, damaged multiple structures and placed 14,000 people under evacuation notices.
“Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase which could blow these items away,” the NWS said. “The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage.”
THE FORECAST
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 74. Breezy, with a light southwest wind increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.
Wednesday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 11 a.m. Snow level 7,300 feet lowering to 6,800 feet in the afternoon . Mostly sunny, with a high near 61. Windy, with a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
Thursday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. Breezy, with a southwest wind 20 to 25 mph decreasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.
Friday: A chance of rain and snow showers before 11 a.m., then a chance of rain showers. Snow level 5,400 feet. Partly sunny, with a high near 54. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Friday night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. West wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 55.
Saturday night: Increasing clouds, with a low around 34.
Sunday: A chance of showers after 11 a.m. Snow level 4,900 feet rising to 6,100 feet in the afternoon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56.
Sunday night: A chance of showers, mainly before 11 p.m. Snow level 6,400 feet. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37.
Monday: A chance of showers. Snow level 6,100 feet. Partly sunny, with a high near 57.
Monday night: A chance of rain and snow showers. Snow level 6,200 feet lowering to 5,500 feet after midnight . Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34.
Tuesday: A chance of rain and snow showers. Snow level 5,200 feet rising to 6,100 feet in the afternoon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54.