High Wind in N Elko Cnty, Nevada

High Wind April 15, 2026 · N Elko Cnty, Nevada

59 mph

Measured gust (51 kt)

What the National Weather Service wrote

Station (POCN2) Pole Creek, Elevation 8502 ft.

The wider storm

An upper level trough moved in from the northwest over Nevada, tightening the pressure gradients which aided in producing strong gusty winds. Cooler air behind the front also produced snow.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1320918. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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