6 Inches of Snow Covers Sun Valley Overnight

Sun Valley Snowfall, February 16-17, 2026. Copyright © 2026 Richard Barnet.

Sun Valley, Nevada received between 5 and 6.5 inches of snow late last night and earlier today, blanketing the valley and causing school closures.

If anyone still hasn’t looked outside their window at this point, please do, because the scene is spectacular! While traffic is slower today, and the streets are definitely slippery, it’s not very often that we get to see this type of winter beauty.

All WCSD Schools Canceled Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
The WCSD website announced a closure of all Washoe County schools on Tuesday.

While there was a 100% chance of snow today, the likelihood drops to just 11% tomorrow, but jumps back up to 71% chance of a couple more inches on Thursday. Skies will be cold but snow-free on Friday and Saturday. View the Sun Valley weather forecast.

Today’s school closures extend the school year for Sun Valley students, from the previous date of Friday, June 5th to school now ending on Monday, June 8th.


Related Articles:

First winter snowfall hits Reno as police urge drivers to slow down on slick roads (KRNV News 4)

SNOW DAY! Schools in northern Nevada, including WCSD, closed Tuesday due to winter storm (KRNV News 4)

Schools, government offices close due to heavy snow (KOLO TV)

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2 thoughts on “6 Inches of Snow Covers Sun Valley Overnight

  1. Public Meeting: Sun Valley corridor improvements from Scottsdale to 7th Avenue (by RTC) Wednesday, March 11 from 4 pm to 7 pm @ Hug High School. Formal presentation @ 5:30 pm.

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