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Heat Is on: Reno and Tahoe Warm Up Before Memorial Day
Northern Nevada, Reno, USAWednesday, May 20, 2026
The Silver State is about to feel the burn as temperatures surge into the mid-to-upper 80s by Memorial Day, with Reno and the surrounding Sierra regions bracing for a dramatic warm-up.
What’s Driving the Heat?
A ridge of high pressure is set to settle over Western Nevada by mid-week, promising sun-drenched skies and drier air. While most days will stay calm with only light breezes, the holiday weekend isn’t out of the woods—scattered showers or thunderstorms could still disrupt plans.
Weekly Forecast Breakdown
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Sunny | 72°F | 46°F | |
| Wednesday | Mostly Sunny | 79°F | 50°F | |
| Thursday | Sunny | 84°F | 54°F | Windy nights (gusts up to 30 mph) |
| Friday | Sunny | 85°F | 51°F | |
| Saturday | Sunny | 86°F | 50°F | |
| Sunday | Sunny | 86°F | 52°F | |
| Memorial Day | Sunny | 86°F | - |
Lake Tahoe’s Rise to Warmth
While Reno sizzles, Lake Tahoe will follow suit, climbing from the upper 50s midweek to the low 70s by Sunday.
Stay hydrated, Nevada—this heatwave is no joke.
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