Las Vegas Experiences Record Rainfall from Tropical Storm Rachel
Las Vegas Experiences Record Rainfall from Tropical Storm Rachel
US · Published Oct 12, 2026
• Las Vegas experienced record-breaking rainfall on Sunday, 11 October 2026, as the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel moved through the region. The city recorded 1.08 inches of rain from midnight to the morning, surpassing the previous daily record of 0.78 inches set in 2012 and tying the all-time October daily record from
• The storm also caused significant rainfall in surrounding areas, with Summerlin receiving over 1.5 inches and Floyd Lamb State Park recording 2.7 inches. Flash flood warnings were issued across parts of Southern Nevada, including the Las Vegas Valley, Spring Mountains, and Lake Mead. The severe weather also disrupted flights at Harry Reid International Airport, with 48 cancellations and 618 delays reported by Sunday evening.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall led to flash flooding in several areas, resulting in about 10 water rescues in Las Vegas. Urban areas with poor drainage and low-lying regions were particularly affected. The Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway was closed due to the weather, and a popular local event, the Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival, was cancelled on Sunday for safety reasons. Additionally, strong winds with gusts up to 40 mph posed risks of tree damage and power outages. Flight delays and cancellations at Harry Reid International Airport caused significant travel disruptions.

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