Get ready, folks in the Western region, because winter is about to make its grand entrance. Brace yourselves for a brisk slap of cold weather as the first real cold snap of the season blows in next week. It’s time to bid farewell to those lingering summer vibes, at least for now. This cold front is arriving like an uninvited guest, bringing with it a mix of chilly temperatures, blustery winds, and the possibility of early snowfall in certain areas.
Utah: From Sand to Snow in 72 Hours
St. George is in for a wild weather ride as temperatures are set to drop from the 80s to the cool 50s in just three days. If you were still holding onto your flip-flops, it’s time to swap them out for socks and boots.
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- St. George: Dropping from the 80s to the 50s. Grab that hoodie! St. George mornings will also reach the 30’s!
- Cedar City: Mid-70s to low 40s, with a nice side of snow expected on Tuesday. Winter lovers, rejoice. Be careful out there, Cedar City! The mornings are going to be in the 20’s.
- Northern Utah: A more modest dip from 70 to 47, but enough to remind everyone that summer is truly gone. Northern Utah mornings won’t be as chilly as Cedar City, but still in the 30’s.
Nevada: Vegas Is Getting a Chill Pill
Las Vegas is about to experience a dramatic change in weather. The scorching sun, which the city is well known for, will take a break as temperatures plummet from 87 degrees to the 60s. Residents and visitors alike should prepare for some gusty winds that will add an exciting element to the atmosphere.
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- Las Vegas: 87 to mid-60s, with some wind action. But mornings will be chilly, reaching the low 40’s in the mornings.
- Reno: From 73 to the brisk 40s, with a chance of showers and some intense gusts to keep things interesting. Get ready for freezing temperatures in the mornings though, with temps in the very low 20’s.
California: The West Coast’s Cozy Cooldown
California is also joining the party, but with a more relaxed atmosphere. Brace yourself for a drop in temperatures from the high 70s to the mid-60s in most areas. However, the winter preview will hit Tahoe with full force.
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- Tahoe: A big 20-degree drop from 65 to the low 40s, and even freezing temps in the 20’s in the mornings.. Rain and high winds are coming to shake things up early next week.
- San Jose: A 15-degree drop from 80’s down to mid 60’s, and low 40’s in the mornings. A windy weekend and windy through the week!
- Fresno: Fresno doesn’t have much of a chance of moisture, but they’ll experience temperatures dropping from 80’s to low 40’s in the mornings.
- SoCal: Very minor changes from mid-70s to mid-60s, but fog and clouds will roll in to complete the “fall” look. SoCal will also see morning temperatures reaching the low 50’s.
Get ready, West Coast, because a few days of sweater weather are headed your way. If you’re feeling festive, it might even be time to dig out those scarves. This cold snap won’t last forever, but it’s definitely going to make its mark. So, get ready to embrace some serious chill time!
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