In effect from Sunday, Jan 04 2026 12:46 PM - Monday, Jan 05 2026 10:00 AM
Issued by NWS Reno NV
What:
Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 10 to 18
inches above 7000 feet with up to 2 feet locally on highest peaks.
Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches at lake level with
up to 12 inches for communities along and west of Highway 89. Wind
gusts of 25 to 35 mph with ridgetop winds gusting up to around 50
mph. Wind gusts up to 30 mph and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet on
Lake Tahoe.
Where:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
When:
Until 10 AM PST Monday.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel and the Monday
morning commute in and across the Sierra. Strong winds could cause
damage to trees and power lines.
Instructions: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Areas Impacted:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Greater Lake Tahoe Area
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Winter Storm Warning
In effect from Sunday, Jan 04 2026 12:45 PM - Monday, Jan 05 2026 4:00 PM
Issued by NWS Sacramento CA
What:
Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Additional snow
accumulations of 4 to 8 inches above 4500 feet. 1 to 2 feet above
5000 feet, and 2 to 3 feet above 6000 feet. Locally higher amounts
over the highest peaks. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
Where:
West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas
County/Lassen Park Counties.
When:
Until 4 PM PST Monday.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact travel today and the Monday
morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
Additional Details:
Snow levels around 5000 to 6000 today,
lowering further to around 4000 to 5000 feet by early Monday
morning. Heaviest snow expected today.
Instructions: Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.
