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Unseasonably Warm Nevada Set for Christmas Weather Shift

12/16/2025

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Nevada Weather Shift

Southern Nevada is experiencing unseasonably warm and dry weather, with temperatures 10° to 15° above average.
Las Vegas is forecast to reach 70°–71° this week, with a Christmas pattern change that could bring showers.
Following a cold blast in the central and eastern United States, temperatures are expected to rise significantly by midweek.
California expects a major shift as atmospheric rivers bring rain and snow starting December 22.

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Queensland Rain Forecast

Queensland is set for a pre-Christmas rain event with widespread showers early next week.
Southern Australia is likely to have a dry Christmas Day, with cool temperatures in the east and heat in the west.
Perth could see temperatures near 40°C.
In the United States, warmer temperatures threaten a white Christmas, particularly in Wisconsin where snow may melt.
The Midwest and Northeast are expected to experience milder conditions.

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Nevada Weather Shift

Southern Nevada is experiencing unseasonably warm and dry weather, with temperatures 10° to 15° above average.
Las Vegas is forecast to reach 70°–71° this week, with a Christmas pattern change that could bring showers.
Following a cold blast in the central and eastern United States, temperatures are expected to rise significantly by midweek.
California expects a major shift as atmospheric rivers bring rain and snow starting December 22.

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