LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A Flash Flood Watch has been posted by the National Weather Service from noon today through 5:00 a.m. Wednesday for the potential for heavy downpours that may lead to localized flooding.
The chance of a thundershower in Las Vegas is 30% today and 20% tonight. The chance climbs to 40% tomorrow and lingers at 20% Thursday.
Any storm could contain lightning, gusty winds, heavy downpours, and possibly small hail.
Highs return to the mid 90s as humidity lingers today.
Wednesday's highs are limited to the low 90s due to the heightened storm chance.
Thursday highs remain in the low 90s.
Friday sees highs return to the upper 90s as humidity begins to taper.
The weekend ahead looks sunny and hot, with afternoon highs of 100° Saturday and 105° Sunday.
Nighttime lows climb from the 70s to near 80° over the weekend.
Highs hover near 105° early next week, then settle closer to 100° by the middle of next week.
A reminder that the UV index is "very high" from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (sunburn in 15 minutes). Sunscreen, a hat, and light-colored, lightweight clothing are a good idea if you're outside for any length of time between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The forecast pollen levels are "medium" the next four days, with ragweed, grass, and olive listed as the predominant pollen types.
The air quality forecast is "moderate" today and tomorrow due to ozone.
