Las Vegas under wind advisory, 55+ mph gusts possible
The Las Vegas Valley is under a wind advisory Sunday, with 45 to 55 mph gusts possible throughout the day.
The National Weather Service said patchy blowing dust 25 to 35 mph and stronger-than-normal waves on Lake Mead and other bodies of water should be expected.
Around 11 a.m., the weather service said drivers should expect 50 to 60 mph gusts along U.S. Highway 95 near Indian Springs, and said a 85 mph gust was recorded in the Spring Mountains.
Wind has picked up around Southern Nevada. Gusts of 50-60 mph for the next few hours along US 95 near Indian Springs. Use caution driving as there may be areas of blowing dust that can reduce visibility. pic.twitter.com/bUxxsbQkm7
— NWS Las Vegas (@NWSVegas) March 2, 2025
The weather service warned people to use caution while driving and to tie down loose objects.
There is a chance of sprinkles in the Las Vegas Valley between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., but Monday and Tuesday are expected to be sunny with a high of 64 and 69 degrees, respectively.
A chance of showers returns to the forecast on Wednesday evening with a low of 50 degrees, according to the weather service.