A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range in Elko County, Nevada, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening.
NWS Elko says heavy snow is possible, with 15 to 20 inches conceivable above 8,500 feet.
Snow Forecast by Elevation
Above 8,500 feet: 15 to 20 inches conceivable.
7,500 to 8,500 feet: 10 to 15 inches possible.
6,500 to 7,500 feet: 5 to 10 inches conceivable.
Travel Impacts
Snow-covered roads are expected on State Route 229 through Secret Pass, up into Lamoille Canyon and across Harrison Pass in the southern Ruby Mountains.
NWS Elko says to monitor the latest forecasts. If you plan to travel, consider alternate strategies.
Weekend Storm Across Northern Nevada
The storm brings valley rain and mountain snow to northern and central Nevada from Saturday afternoon through Sunday night, with most precipitation Saturday night and Sunday morning.
The best chance of at least half an inch of snow over summits comes late Saturday night through Sunday morning, peaking near 50 to 55 percent at Austin Summit and Garden Pass.
Details are on weather.gov/lkn.
