National Weather ServiceNevadaFlood AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Flood Advisories in Nevada
The National Weather Service issued 112 flood advisories for Nevada in 2025 and 100 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 27th most of any state. 2026 through September: 125, 34% above the average of 93 for those months in 2008-2025. Elko was covered most often (425 times since 2008).
How many flood advisories does Nevada get?
Every flood advisory that covered part of Nevada. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 125 |
| 2025 | 112 |
| 2024 | 83 |
| 2023 | 164 |
| 2022 | 166 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2019 | 85 |
| 2018 | 144 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2014 | 222 |
| 2013 | 131 |
| 2012 | 73 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2009 | 38 |
| 2008 | 60 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Nevada get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Nevada?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elko | 425 | 137 | September 22, 2026 |
| Clark | 423 | 92 | September 29, 2026 |
| Nye | 227 | 31 | August 16, 2026 |
| Eureka | 181 | 37 | August 14, 2026 |
| Lander | 168 | 41 | July 25, 2026 |
| White Pine | 167 | 31 | August 29, 2026 |
| Washoe | 130 | 40 | August 14, 2026 |
| Lincoln | 114 | 27 | September 16, 2026 |
| Douglas | 110 | 36 | August 13, 2026 |
| Lyon | 104 | 39 | August 14, 2026 |
| Humboldt | 91 | 26 | July 22, 2026 |
| Storey | 61 | 26 | August 14, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a flood advisory?
A flood advisory covers flooding that is less serious than a warning, such as water on roads or in low-lying areas, that is still a hazard to drivers and walkers. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Nevada.