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From heat relief to desert harvest: Your locals' guide to fall weather in Southern Nevada

Channel 13 meteorologists break down the autumn seasonal shift in our desert home.
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Fall Weather Special 2025

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — It's Autumn! And in Southern Nevada that means we are officially saying goodbye to the extreme heat and enjoying this transitional time.

What will this season bring? Your Channel 13 Weather Team is breaking it all down this week with a new Local's Guide to Fall.

Check out our full Fall weather special with the Channel 13 weather team

From heat relief to desert harvest: Your locals' guide to fall weather in Southern Nevada
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