Monsoon rain returns to Las Vegas, minor flooding reported
After a short, hot break, monsoonal moisture is making a comeback in the Las Vegas Valley.
Scattered thunderstorms fell across parts of Las Vegas on Monday, especially in the northeast and southwest portions of the valley. A flash flood warning was issued for central Clark County in the afternoon.
Police closed several roads in the southern valley on Monday afternoon after thunderstorms dropped heavy rainfall in the area.
Earlier this month, Harry Reid International Aiport received its first measurable rain since late March.
Flooding on I-15 underpass just south of the highway-93 junction. #NVwx https://t.co/Mc5dq4kjBI
— NWS Las Vegas (@NWSVegas) July 25, 2022
Moderate rain cells were over the Spring Mountains shortly after noon Monday. Northern parts of the valley, including Centennial Hills, saw some showers. Also, heavy rain fell at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Hey @Pirelli, we’re gonna need some rain tires! pic.twitter.com/I1YVMHLDq5
— Las Vegas Motor Speedway (@LVMotorSpeedway) July 25, 2022
Meteorologist John Adair said the system is expected to stay in the area for a few days, bringing a chance of monsoonal moisture each day.
While temperatures will be a bit below average, the moisture will increase the relative humidity for the coming days.
The Tuesday low should be near 87 before rising to about 102. The sky should be mostly sunny with wind and potential rain conditions the same as Monday.
While temperatures will be a bit below average, the moisture will increase the relative humidity for the coming days.
Contact Marvin Clemons at mclemons@reviewjournal.com or 702-863-4285. Follow @Marv_in_Vegas on Twitter.
