Alert archive / Nevada / Winter Storm Warnings in 2022
Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Las Vegas, NV
NWS Las Vegas, NV issued this winter storm warning at Dec 9, 2022, 1:22 AM PST for Clark County, Lincoln County, Nye County, Nevada; Inyo County, California. It took effect at Dec 10, 2022, 4:00 AM PST. It was in force for 41 hr. 9 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 9, 2022, 1:22 AM PST (09:22 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 10, 2022, 4:00 AM PST
- Expired
- Dec 11, 2022, 9:05 PM PST
- In force
- 41 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Las Vegas, NV
Counties Inyo County, CA, Clark County, NV, Lincoln County, NV, Nye County, NV
The radar
The Las Vegas radar (KESX), 182 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:23 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 12:00 PM PST | SNOW 21 | 6 Ese South Lake, CA | BIG PINE CREEK SNOTEL OBSERVED 21 INCHES OF SNOW DEPTH INCREASE FROM DECEMBER 10TH 1200 TO DECEMBER 11TH 0300. ELEVATION 9800. |
| Dec 10, 3:09 PM PST | SNOW 1 | 11 Sw Deep Springs, CA | CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTS THAT STATE ROUTE 168 IS BLOCKED BY A CAR STUCK IN THE SNOW. |
| Dec 10, 4:00 PM PST | SNOW 14 | 11 Sw Lone Pine, CA | COTTONWOOD LAKES SNOTEL OBSERVED 14 INCHES OF SNOW DEPTH INCREASE FROM DECEMBER 10TH 1600 TO DECEMBER 11TH 0300. ELEVATION 10150. |
| Dec 10, 4:00 PM PST | SNOW 16 | 9 Wnw Round Valley, CA | ROCK CREEK LAKES SNOTEL OBSERVED 16 INCHES OF SNOW DEPTH INCREASE FROM DECEMBER 10TH 1600 TO DECEMBER 11TH 0300. ELEVATION 9700. |
| Dec 10, 5:00 PM PST | SNOW 14 | 1 Nne South Lake, CA | SOUTH LAKE SNOTEL OBSERVED 14 INCHES OF SNOW DEPTH INCREASE FROM DECEMBER 10TH 1700 TO DECEMBER 11TH 0300. ELEVATION 9600. |
| Dec 10, 11:00 PM PST | SNOW 14 | 1 Sse South Lake, CA | SAWMILL SNOTEL OBSERVED 14 INCHES OF SNOW DEPTH INCREASE FROM DECEMBER 10TH 1100 TO DECEMBER 11TH 0300. ELEVATION 10200. |
| Dec 11, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 11 | 4 Nnw Mt. Charleston, NV | SNOW FELL AT RABBIT PEAK AT LEE CANYON SKI RESORT FROM ABOUT 0600 TO 2200 WITH A SNOWFALL MEASUREMENT OF 11 INCHES. |
| Dec 11, 7:52 AM PST | SNOW 1 | 2 Nne Round Valley, CA | HIGHWAY 395 IS CLOSED FROM GORGE ROAD IN INYO COUNTY TO STATE ROUTE 203 DUE TO WHITEOUT CONDITIONS. |
| Dec 11, 11:10 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 24.5 | Aspendell, CA | SPOTTER CALLED TO REPORT 24.5 INCHES OF SNOW MEASURED IN ASPENDELL AT 11:10 AM. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Las Vegas, NV (KVEF), launched 00:00Z, 9.4 hours before the alert went out and 88 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2004 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 45 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 22 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 73 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
015 WWUS45 KVEF 090922 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 122 AM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 CAZ519-521-100000- /O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221210T1200Z-221212T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221210T1200Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 122 AM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-100000- /O.EXA.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 122 AM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Lincoln County, including Pioche, Panaca, and Caliente. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ NVZ018-019-100000- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk and Red Rock Canyon 122 AM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING ABOVE 7000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 14 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range to 7000 feet. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
8 follow-up statements
637 WWUS45 KVEF 092316 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 316 PM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 CAZ519-521-101200- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221210T1200Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 316 PM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-101200- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 316 PM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Lincoln County, including Pioche, Panaca, and Caliente. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ NVZ018-019-101200- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk and Red Rock Canyon 316 PM PST Fri Dec 9 2022 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING ABOVE 7000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 14 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
824 WWUS45 KVEF 101206 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 406 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 NVZ015-102330- /O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 406 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ018-019-102330- /O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0005.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk and Red Rock Canyon 406 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches up to 9000 feet and higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ519-521-102330- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 406 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ014-102330- /O.NEW.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.221211T0600Z-221212T0000Z/ Esmeralda and Central Nye County- Including Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer 406 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches above 5000 feet. 1 to 4 inches possible below 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions due to rain and snowfall. Parts of Highway 95 could see snow accumulation in Esmeralda County. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-102330- /O.NEW.KVEF.WS.A.0006.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau- 506 AM MST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY MORNING ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 possible below 4000 feet with up to 6 inches possible above 4000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Plateau. * WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions and travel delays. Periods of reduced visibility due to blowing snow. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
633 WWUS45 KVEF 101941 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 1141 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 CAZ519-521-110900- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 1141 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-110900- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 1141 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ018-019-110900- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk 1141 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches up to 9000 feet and higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-110900- /O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0006.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau- 1241 PM MST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 10 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Plateau. * WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ014-110900- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.221211T0600Z-221212T0000Z/ Esmeralda and Central Nye County- Including Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer 1141 AM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches above 5000 feet. 1 to 4 inches possible below 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions due to rain and snowfall. Parts of Highway 95 could see snow accumulation in Esmeralda County. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
947 WWUS45 KVEF 102132 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 132 PM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 CAZ519-521-110945- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 132 PM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-110945- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 132 PM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ018-019-110945- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk 132 PM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches up to 9000 feet and higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ014-110945- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.221211T0600Z-221212T0000Z/ Esmeralda and Central Nye County- Including Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer 132 PM PST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches above 5000 feet. 1 to 4 inches possible below 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions due to rain and snowfall. Parts of Highway 95 could see snow accumulation in Esmeralda County. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-110945- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau- 232 PM MST Sat Dec 10 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 10 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Plateau. * WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
054 WWUS45 KVEF 110859 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 1259 AM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 CAZ519-521-120000- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 1259 AM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 12-30" will be possible above 7,000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10-15" will be possible above 7,000 feet. 5-12" will be possible below 7,000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-120000- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 1259 AM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM EARLY THIS MORNING TO 10 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations less than 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ018-019-120000- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.221211T1200Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk 1259 AM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM EARLY THIS MORNING TO 10 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE 6000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches up to 9000 feet and higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ003-120000- /O.EXA.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Deserts- 159 AM MST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM MST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches and higher amounts possible above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Deserts. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday to 11 AM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous travel conditions will be possible along Interstate 40 east of the Highway 93 interchange. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ014-120000- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-221212T0000Z/ Esmeralda and Central Nye County- Including Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer 1259 AM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches above 5000 feet. 1 to 4 inches possible below 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions due to rain and snowfall. Parts of Highway 95 could see snow accumulation in Esmeralda County. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-120000- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau- 159 AM MST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches and higher amounts possible above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Plateau. * WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
016 WWUS45 KVEF 112338 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 338 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 NVZ014-120045- /O.EXP.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-221212T0000Z/ Esmeralda and Central Nye County- Including Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer 338 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON... Snow had ended over Esmeralda and central Nye counties this afternoon. $$ CAZ519-521-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 338 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. 30 inches will be possible above 7000 feet in the Sierra. In the White Mountains, 10 to 15 inches will be possible above 7000 feet. 5 to 12 inches will be possible below 7000 feet in both the Sierra and White Mountains. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph, resulting in areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 338 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations below 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ018-019-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- Including Hayford Pk 338 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE 6000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 6000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches up to 9000 feet and higher amounts possible above 9000 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. This includes state roads 156, 157, and 158. Chain controls may also be needed in these areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is the first major snow of the season for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. As a result, this may lead to increased traffic on state roads 156, 157, and 158 as people seek recreation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-003-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.221212T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts- 438 PM MST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches, with higher amounts possible above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Above 4000 feet in Mohave County, especially in the Arizona Strip, the Hualapai Mountains, and along Interstate 40 east of Kingman. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Morgan For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
287 WWUS45 KVEF 120111 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 511 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 NVZ018-019-120215- /O.CAN.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T0600Z/ Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon- 511 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Snow ended over the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range between 4 PM and 5 PM PST and no additional snow accumulations are expected through this evening. Preliminary reports indicated a total of 4 to 7 inches of new snow fell in Kyle and Lee Canyons. $$ CAZ519-521-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- Including Aspendell 511 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...Between 24 and 30 inches of new snow has been reported so far in the east slopes of the southern Sierra. Though the majority of the snow has fallen, additional snow showers can be expected overnight with areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and White Mountains of Inyo County. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to slick and snow packed roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ015-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 511 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph resulting in blowing snow. * WHERE...Lincoln County including Caliente, Pioche, and Panaca. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible and dangerous due to slick and snow covered roadways. Blowing snow may result in visibility reductions. Some spots along Highway 93 may see accumulating snowfall near Caliente and north of Pioche. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snowfall of less than 3 inches is possible in Lincoln County at elevations below 5000 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ AZZ001-003-120600- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts- 611 PM MST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches, with higher amounts possible above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Above 4000 feet in Mohave County, especially in the Arizona Strip, the Hualapai Mountains, and along Interstate 40 east of Kingman. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
093 WWUS45 KVEF 120505 WSWVEF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 905 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 NVZ015-120615- /O.CAN.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T0600Z/ Lincoln County- 905 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Snow ended this evening over all of Lincoln County and no additional snow is expected. Drivers are urged to use caution as some sections of US 93 north of Panaca and SR 319 to the Utah border may remain slick overnight from the earlier snowfall. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ CAZ519-521-120615- /O.CAN.KVEF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-221212T1200Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes-White Mountains of Inyo County- 905 PM PST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... No significant snowfall is expected overnight on the east slopes of the southern Sierra and the White Mountains of Inyo County. This includes SR 168 between Aspendell and Bishop and SR 168 over Westgard Pass. Drivers are urged to use caution as some sections of these roads may remain slick overnight from the earlier snowfall. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ AZZ001-003-121200- /O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-221212T1800Z/ Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts- 1005 PM MST Sun Dec 11 2022 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST MONDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 5 inches, with higher amounts above 7000 feet. * WHERE...Above 4000 feet in Mohave County, especially in the Arizona Strip, the Hualapai Mountains, and along Interstate 40 east of Kingman. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/lasvegas
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Las Vegas, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Dec 8, 7:48 PM PST, 5 hours 34 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Dec 8, 7:48 PM PST, 5 hours 34 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 748 PM PST Thu Dec 8 2022 .SYNOPSIS...Mild weather and cooler temperatures will continue through the end of the work week before a weekend weather system brings gusty winds, increased precipitation chances, and colder temperatures to the region. && .UPDATE...Tranquil weather will continue over our region overnight while a band of high clouds moves overhead associated with a trough brushing northern. The clouds show be mostly gone by sunrise Friday with another cool and mostly sunny day in store for our forecast area. Attention is primarily on expected Pacific System moving inland Saturday and Sunday. A change was made to the valid time of the Winter Storm Watch for the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range. It is now in effect from 4 AM PST Sunday morning until 10 PM PST Sunday evening. Moisture and precipitation with the incoming system will be intercepted by the High Sierra Saturday and will not spread over the southern Nevada mountains until early Sunday morning. No other immediate changes are needed to the forecast trends detailed in the previous discussion. && .PREV DISCUSSION... 100 PM PST Thu Dec 8 2022 .SHORT TERM...through Friday. Relatively quiet weather is expected for the next two days as we remain under dry west-northwesterly flow aloft. A weak shortwave will move through the area overnight into tomorrow morning, but it is not expected to result in any major impacts. The most likely impact associated with this disturbance will be a dusting of snow in the higher elevations of the Sierra. Temperatures will remain a couple of degrees below average through the end of week before we cool off even more early next week. .LONG TERM...Saturday through next Thursday. An upper-level cut-off low originating in the Gulf of Alaska and an associated atmospheric river (AR) will impact the area over the weekend. Currently, cluster analysis shows good agreement that a trough will move through the region this weekend. However, for Days 3-5, EOF #1 shows that 40-50% of the variance is associated with interensemble discrepancies regarding the position of the trough. The variability in the position of the trough during this period is due to differences between ensemble members regarding the speed of the trough as it approaches and moves through the area. The latest ECMWF and GFS ensemble mean solutions have been gradually trending slower with this trough. This means that the window for potential impacts will occur slightly later and may last slightly longer. The higher elevations of Inyo County are expected to see the largest impacts from this system as it moves through. Precipitation will begin to impact the eastern slopes of the Sierra and the rest of Inyo County on Saturday morning with the potential to persist into Monday morning. Snow levels in the Sierra and White Mountains will start off around 6,000 feet on Saturday morning before crashing to 3,000 feet by Sunday morning, and dropping under 2,000 feet early Monday morning. In addition to the snow and rain, wind gusts in excess of 40 mph will also be possible, especially at higher elevations. These winds may result in blowing dust and/or snow, both of which can reduce visibility and make for hazardous driving conditions. Depending on the orientation of the 500 mb trough relative to the Sierra, the potential for westerly downslope winds exists in the Owens Valley. These winds may make for hazardous travel conditions, especially along Highway 395. The rest of our forecast area will see precipitation chances increase from west to east beginning Saturday morning in Inyo County and wrapping up early Monday morning in Mohave County. Exact QPF amounts will depend on the evolution of the AR after it slams into the Sierra on Saturday. The deterministic ECMWF and GFS have the Sierra initially blocking a significant portion of the moisture before the AR redevelops across the southern portion of our forecast area. The deterministic GFS has consistently been more aggressive than the ECMWF with this redevelopment. The GEFS shows a a 60-80% chance of the AR redeveloping with IVT values greater than 250 kg/(ms) across northwestern Arizona and southern California on Sunday. For southern Nevada the GEFS shows a 30-50% chance of IVT values greater than 250 kg/(ms) on Sunday. If this band develops further south we would see less precipitation across southern Nevada. However if it develops further to the north it would result in more precipitation across southern Nevada. The strength of the AR will also influence precipitation amounts. Outside of precipitation related impacts, we will also see gusty south/southwesterly winds kick up across the forecast area beginning Saturday afternoon. These gusty winds will continue into Sunday evening. The strongest winds will be located in the western Mojave Desert, eastern Sierra Slopes, eastern Inyo County/Death Valley area, south central Nye County, southern Clark County, the panhandle of Lincoln County, and Mohave County north of I-40. There is a fairly decent chance of seeing gusts in excess of 40 mph in the aforementioned areas, with the issuance of a wind product likely for some if not all of these forecast zones. Beyond Monday, temperatures will be well below normal for the entire forecast area. A trend that will stick around through the end of the week. && .AVIATION...For Harry Reid...Winds will be light through the TAF period, favoring diurnal trends, with speeds generally below 8 kts. These conditions will likely persist into Saturday morning. Clear skies expected through the day today, but around 02Z, clouds will increase to SCT-BKN aoa 20 kft, clearing around sunrise Friday morning. Lower CIGS below 10 kft are possible on Sunday. For the rest of southern Nevada, northwest Arizona and southeast California...Winds will be light through the TAF period, favoring diurnal trends, with speeds generally less than 8 kts. SCT-BKN aoa 20 kft around KBIH, increasing west-to-east through the remainder of the late-afternoon and evening to impact the remaining TAF sites. Skies will clear once again around sunrise Friday morning. Lower CIGs and mountain obscurations are likely over the weekend. && .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...Spotters are encouraged to report any significant weather or impacts according to standard operating procedures. && UPDATE...Adair DISCUSSION...Stessman AVIATION...Czyzyk For more forecast information...see us on our webpage: https://weather.gov/lasvegas or follow us on Facebook and Twitter
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The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.