Nevada extreme heat warnings
There are no extreme heat warnings in Nevada right now. The last one was issued on September 10, 2026.
Dangerous, potentially deadly heat is expected. Stay cool and check on vulnerable people.
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Active extreme heat warnings in Nevada
None right now. Other active alerts in Nevada: 1 (see the Nevada alerts page).
Extreme Heat Warnings in Nevada by year
Nevada averaged 8.4 extreme heat warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 8 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on September 10, 2026.
Counties with the most extreme heat warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Nye County | 58 |
| Clark County | 49 |
| Lincoln County | 14 |
| Elko County | 12 |
| Humboldt County | 8 |
| Eureka County | 5 |
| Washoe County | 5 |
| Lander County | 5 |
| Lyon County | 5 |
What a extreme heat warning means
An extreme heat warning (formerly the excessive heat warning) is the highest heat alert. It is issued when the heat index or air temperature reaches dangerous levels, often for several days, with little relief overnight.
More about extreme heat warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Stay in air conditioning as much as possible.
- Check on older relatives and neighbors at least twice a day.
- Reschedule outdoor work to early morning.