Las Vegas Sees Another Record High Temperature Forecast

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Las Vegas is expected to see another record high temperature on Sunday, with the forecast calling for a high of 96 degrees. This comes after the city set a new record high of 96 degrees on Saturday. The weak low-pressure system moving through the area will help cool temperatures slightly, but they will still remain 20-30 degrees above normal for this time of year in southern Nevada, as well as parts of Arizona and California.

Why it matters

The prolonged period of abnormally high temperatures in the region is concerning, as it can have significant impacts on the environment, agriculture, and public health. Residents and businesses will need to continue taking precautions to stay safe and manage the effects of the extreme heat.

The details

Saturday's high of 96 degrees set a new record for the date in Las Vegas. While Sunday's forecast high of 96 degrees is slightly cooler, it will still be well above the normal high of around 70 degrees for this time of year. The weak low-pressure system moving through the area is expected to help bring some relief, but temperatures will remain 20-30 degrees above average in southern Nevada, as well as parts of Arizona and California. The high pressure system is expected to build back in, leading to another high of 97 degrees on Wednesday before temperatures start to slowly come down.

• Saturday's high temperature was 96 degrees, setting a new record.
• Sunday's forecast high temperature is 96 degrees.
• Wednesday's high temperature is expected to be 97 degrees.

What’s next

The long-range forecast is calling for temperatures to start returning to more normal levels in early April, which should provide some relief for the region.