High Wind — South-central Elko, Nevada

2025-12-17 · South-central Elko, Nevada

Event narrative

Station (SPMN2) Spruce Mountains, Elevation 6296 ft.

Wider weather episode

A zonal flow pattern and a tight pressure gradient formed over central and northern Nevada caused by low pressure over the Pacific NW and a persistent high pressure ridge over the Southwestern States. This pattern persisted for several days producing strong and gusty winds across the region.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1304360. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.