Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued May 15 at 10:12AM PDT until May 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 15, 2026 - 10:12am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and waves
1 to 4 feet for Pyramid Lake, Lahontan, and Rye Patch reservoirs.
* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.
* WHEN...From 2 PM Saturday to 5 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to
capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
improve.
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:
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov