Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 8, 2026 - 11:45am
Expires:
October 9, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Waves
2 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden
Area, and Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
Instruction:
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden
increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating
activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
Area Description:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area; Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov