Carson City area weather: Warming trend ahead to increase snowmelt, river and stream flows
Continued warming of temperatures over the next few days and into next week will likely produce increased river flows throughout Western Nevada, Sierra and Carson Valley regions, according to the National Weather Service, though flooding is not anticipated.
High pressure is expected to strengthen over the region for this weekend through next week leading to well above average temperatures, as well as an increase to Sierra snow melt and area river and stream flows. Daytime temperatures in the upper 70s to mid 80s for western Nevada and upper 60s to mid 70s across the Sierra are forecast during this time.
Temperatures will be around 10 to 15 degrees above average region-wide with warmest days anticipated Tuesday and Wednesday next week. Most area streams and rivers are expected to see increased flows due to snowmelt during this time, according to the weather service. Some rivers could potentially reach monitor stage such as the West Fork Carson River at Woodfords, however, no flooding is in the forecast.
Daytime highs around the Carson City region will be in the upper 70s through this weekend, with highs in the mid to upper 80s Tuesday and Wednesday. For the Lake Tahoe Basin, temperatures will be in the low 60s this weekend, warming to the low 70s by Tuesday and Wednesday.
The fast, cold water could result in more incidents with more river use due to warmer daytime temperatures, the weather service advises. Anyone venturing near rivers or streams should exercise caution as the water will be frigid. If you plan on being in the water, use proper gear such as flotation devices and wetsuits and make sure to follow all pandemic related restrictions on river or lake recreation.