Nevada Lake Wind Advisory | Effective 05/16/2026 12:52

Headline: 
Lake Wind Advisory issued May 16 at 12:52PM PDT until May 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event: 
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 12:52pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 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...Until 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