Carson City area weather: Freeze possible overnight, showers and Sierra snow to continue
Temperatures may fall to near freezing early Monday morning around Carson City, Carson Valley, Mason and Smith valleys, according to the National Weather Service.
While widespread freezes are not expected, some areas may see pockets of below freezing temperatures by Monday morning, especially if the clouds clear out more than forecast.
Areas most at risk include: Carson City, Minden, and Mason and Smith Valley, weather service forecasters say. If you have especially sensitive gardens or pets, be sure to take the necessary precautions. The overnight lows for Carson City and Carson Valley areas will be in the mid-30s but may dip lower.
A series of storms will keep high temperatures well below average along with periods of breezy winds, rain and mountain snow through this week. Travel impacts from snow are expected in the Sierra again late Monday night and Tuesday morning, according to the weather service.
For Carson City, Carson Valley, Lyon County and much of western Nevada we can expect sunny skies Monday with a chance for showers Monday evening through at least Thursday.
Meanwhile there's a Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 8 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches, except 3 to 7 inches above 7,000 feet with the highest amounts near the Sierra Crest.
Motorists making travel plans in the Sierra should prepare for snow-covered roads, chain controls and extended travel times, especially over the passes, according to the weather service.