Excessive heat warning, red flag warning in effect this week
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning in Las Vegas for Tuesday through Sunday.
The high temperatures forecast this week by the weather service for Harry Reid International are:
- 108 degrees on Tuesday;
- 108 degrees on Wednesday;
- 109 degrees on Thursday;
- 111 degrees on Friday;
- 113 degrees on Saturday.
The Sunday temperature reached 104 unofficially by 1:35 p.m.
Lows this week are forecast to be in the low-to-mid 80s.
The weather service advises people to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and protective clothing and to avoid outdoor activities during the day while the warning is in effect.
This Excessive Heat Watch has been UPGRADED to an Excessive Heat Warning.
⏰ Tuesday – Next Sunday
📍 [Lakes] Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Lake Havasu
📍 [[Arizona] Southern Mohave County
📍 [California] Western & Southern San Bernardino County#NvWx #CaWx #AzWx https://t.co/J64scBUCib— NWS Las Vegas (@NWSVegas) July 9, 2023
Red flag warning in effect
The Las Vegas Valley and northwest Arizona are under a red flag warning Sunday and Monday, which means weather conditions could lead to extreme fire behavior.
Las Vegas is expecting wind speeds averaging 20 to 25 mph with 35 to 40 mph gusts, along with low humidity conditions that can lead to fires that spread rapidly.
The weather service is highly discouraging outdoor fires.
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