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KEY MESSAGES

* A warming and drying trend prevails through this weekend with above average high temperatures. * Near record heat is becoming increasingly likely by early next week.

* Breezy afternoon winds are likely with a weak system to our north on Friday.

DISCUSSION

An upper level shortwave over the Pacific NW will help keep afternoon high temperatures similar both today and tomorrow (low 80s valleys, low to mid 70s Sierra). It will also bring increased breezes Friday afternoon, with gusts 30-35 mph, mainly from the Sierra and eastward.

High pressure only strengthens this weekend, helping us warm up and dry out. Afternoon highs will shoot into the upper 80s/low 90s by late this weekend for valleys, with upper 70s/low 80s for Sierra communities. The record highs for Reno Sunday through Tuesday are 90F, 89F, and 91F, respectively. Current chances to exceed 90F Sunday through Tuesday are 22%, 74%, and 60%, respectively. Monday looks to be the best chance at hitting, or surpassing, records as of now.

The aforementioned high pressure peaks in intensity Monday over the Great Basin before shifting more to the Four Corners region by Wednesday. This may bring up some moisture from Baja California, which increases chances for showers and thunderstorms Wednesday and onward.

-Giralte

AVIATION

VFR conditions expected through the remainder of the week with mainly light and VRB winds. Afternoon gusts will reach up to 25 kts both today and tomorrow. KTRK can expect FG each night from 11-16Z, bringing IFR/LIFR conditions.

-Giralte

REV Watches/Warnings/Advisories

NV...None. CA...None.