Mesquite, NV
Mesquite, Nevada - Stan Shebs, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Today’s Forecast:
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70°F
High: 81°
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Low: 59°
Current Temperature
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Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued October 11 at 3:45PM PDT until October 11 at 5:15PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV (Expires: October 11, 2026 7:15 pm)
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Description:
At 345 PM PDT /345 PM MST/, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms
producing heavy rain across the warned area. Flash flooding is
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Mesquite, Overton, Littlefield, Beaver Dam, Virgin River Gorge,
Moapa Valley, Overton Beach, South Cove, Bunkerville, Meadview,
Logandale, Grand Canyon Ranch, Virgin River Campground, Pierce
Ferry And Antares Roads and Dolan Springs.
Instructions:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 2:08PM 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...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
south central and southern Nevada.
* WHEN...From 8 PM PDT / MST this evening to 5 AM PDT / MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Instructions:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued October 11 at 11:55AM 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 and Nevada, including the following areas, 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 tonight.
* 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.
This Afternoon:Patchy blowing dust and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 16 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Tonight:Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy. Low around 59, with temperatures rising to around 62 overnight. South southwest wind 3 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Columbus Day:Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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Today’s Report:
Hiking
Not Recommended
21
/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 73°F. Rain forecast later today (77%). Light wind (12 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
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
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Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
19/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 66°F. Risk of rain (41%). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.
Biking
Not Recommended
21
/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 73°F. Rain forecast later today (77%). Light wind (12 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
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
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Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
17/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 66°F. Risk of rain (41%). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.
Golf
Not Recommended
21
/100
Not Recommended for golf. High near 73°F. Rain forecast later today (77%). Light wind (12 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
17/100
Not Recommended for golf. High near 66°F. Risk of rain (41%). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.
Outdoor Events / Activities
Not Recommended
21
/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 73°F. Rain forecast later today (77%). Light wind (12 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
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
17/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 66°F. Risk of rain (41%). Thunderstorms forecast or possible.
About Mesquite
A successful visit to Mesquite depends on conditions across destination golf, desert trails, cycling routes, outdoor events, and public-land gateways.
Planning an Outing at Mesquite
Check the exact road, trailhead, launch, campground, or event area shortly before departure; conditions vary sharply across Nevada terrain.
Weather Tips for Mesquite
- 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:
- Bunkerville
- Virgin River
- Beaver Dam Wash
- Moapa Valley
- Gold Butte
- Arizona Strip
Adjust the Day to the Forecast
Keep the main objective flexible and turn back before weather, road, water, or trail conditions exceed the plan.
7-Day Forecast for Mesquite, NV
Mesquite Weather by Season
Winter
Winter at Mesquite 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 Mesquite. 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 65–71°F in the low Mojave Desert.
- 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.