Cathedral Gorge State Park, NV

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Outdoor scenery at Cathedral Gorge State Park
Cathedral Gorge State Park — photo by Frank K. from Anchorage, Alaska, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

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53°F
High: 65° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Station: CMP18
Observed at: 5:20 am CDT on 10/11/26
Wind: 8 mph | Humidity: 90%
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High Wind Warning
High Wind Warning issued October 11 at 12:18AM PDT until October 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV (Expires: October 11, 2026 10:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Lincoln County. * WHEN...From 5 AM early this morning to 8 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Instructions: People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
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Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 10:37PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV (Expires: October 12, 2026 7:00 am)
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Description: * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, including the following areas, Hualapai Mountains, Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave, Lake Mead - AZ side, Lake Mohave - AZ side, Northwest Deserts and Northwest Plateau, southeast California, including the following areas, Cadiz Basin, Death Valley National Park, Eastern Mojave Desert, Morongo Basin, San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley and Western Mojave Desert, and Nevada, including the following areas, Esmeralda and Central Nye County, Lake Mead - NV side, Lake Mohave - NV side, Las Vegas Valley, Lincoln County, Northeast Clark County, Sheep Range, Southern Clark County, Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon and Western Clark and Southern Nye County. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Incoming tropical moisture will lead to widespread shower and thunderstorm activity, some of which may cause flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Instructions: You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Overnight:Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. Low around 48, with temperatures rising to around 51 overnight. South southeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
Sunday:Showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then patchy blowing dust and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 67, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. South southeast wind 8 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
Sunday Night:Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 42, with temperatures rising to around 45 overnight. South wind 14 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Not Recommended
  21 /100

Not Recommended for hiking. High near 60°F. Rain forecast later today (91%). Light wind (14 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
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Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 12/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 67°F. High rain probability (96%). Breezy winds (25 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

⛺ Camping

Not Recommended
  21 /100

Not Recommended for camping. High near 60°F. Rain forecast later today (91%). Light wind (14 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
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Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 9/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 67°F. High rain probability (96%). Windy conditions (25 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible. Cool overnight low (42°F).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  19 /100

Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 60°F. Rain forecast later today (91%). Light wind (14 mph). Thunderstorms forecast later today.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 9/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 67°F. High rain probability (96%). Windy conditions (25 mph). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.

About Cathedral Gorge State Park

A successful visit to Cathedral Gorge State Park depends on conditions across eroded clay formations, narrow passages, exposed trails, overlooks, and camping.

Planning an Outing at Cathedral Gorge State Park

Check the exact road, trailhead, launch, campground, or event area shortly before departure; conditions vary sharply across Nevada terrain.

Weather Tips for Cathedral Gorge State Park

  • Avoid long exposed activity during the hottest part of the day and carry more water than expected.
  • Check excessive-heat, wind, dust, smoke, lightning, and flash-flood forecasts before leaving.
  • Remote roads may require high clearance, fuel planning, navigation, and an alternate route after storms.
  • Hot pavement, rock, and sand retain heat after sunset; shade and evening timing matter as much as the daily high.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:

  • Panaca
  • Pioche
  • Caliente
  • Miller Point
  • Meadow Valley
  • U.S. 93

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Shorten or relocate the plan when observed conditions remove the safety margin built into the forecast.

7-Day Forecast for Cathedral Gorge State Park

🌤
53°F
High: 65° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Station: CMP18
Observed at: 5:20 am CDT on 10/11/26
Wind: 8 mph | Humidity: 90%
Sun ⛈
67° 42°
96%
Mon ⛈
61° 35°
91%
Tue ⛈
58° 30°
69%
Wed ☀
65° 32°
2%
Thu ☀
69° 34°
0%
Fri ☀
71° 35°
6%
Sat ☀
72° --°
2%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

67° Sun 61° Mon 58° Tue 65° Wed 69° Thu 71° Fri 72° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

42° Sun 35° Mon 30° Tue 32° Wed 34° Thu 35° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 19 Sun 21 Mon 21 Tue 29 Wed 29 Thu 29 Fri 29 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: October 11, 2026 10:28 pm CDT

Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Cathedral Gorge State Park usually supports daytime activity, though cold fronts, freezing nights, wind, and short daylight still affect exposed plans.

Spring

Spring brings comfortable mornings, stronger wind, dust, wildflowers in favorable years, and occasional wash flooding.

Summer

Summer heat dominates planning at Cathedral Gorge State Park. Use very early or evening windows, monitor monsoon storms, and avoid committing to long exposed routes.

Fall

Fall gradually restores comfortable hiking and camping weather, while smoke, dry fuels, wind, and sudden cold fronts remain possible.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: about 48–58°F across Nevada’s high-desert basins and valleys.
  • Annual snowfall: generally light to moderate in valleys, with much more in nearby ranges.
  • Warmest months: July is usually warmest, with elevation strongly moderating daytime heat.
  • Coolest months: December and January are generally coolest.
  • Wettest season: Winter is often wettest in western and northern Nevada, while southern and eastern areas may also receive summer monsoon moisture.
  • Driest season: Late spring into early summer is commonly driest before monsoon influence develops.
  • Best outdoor window: Spring and fall for exposed desert activity.