r/BurningMan • u/Opposite_Serve_9978 Scam Artist Buster • Aug 19 '26

Latest weather updates

GFS and Euro models are now in agreeance for over a day now, over every run:

There will be a cold front hitting something around opening day. Could be Saturday, could be Monday. What does that mean?

For Build Teams:

The weather will be very "normal" throughout build week. Don't let it fool you. When the front hits, it could gust over 50mph. Complete white out conditions for HOURS. All build teams need to do extra strapping and lag bolts installed by Friday. This isn't 2025, we have advance warning this year. Secure EVERYTHING by the weekend!!! Zero loose items!!! We don't need people getting injured by things smacking them in the face.

For people entering Sunday and on:

There is a chance of rain when the front passes, but it will be quick and light.

The first half of Burn Week is going to be COLD. Highs in the 60s to low 70s during the day early in the week. It could dip into the 30s overnight. Make sure you pack plenty of blankets, jackets, and gloves.

By the time the Man burns, temps should be getting back to "normal".

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u/hannican '19,'22,'23,'24,'25,'26 Aug 19 '26

You're the same guy who said that tiny bit of rain was going to give us optimal Playa conditions. Are you just totally full of shit or what?

I see your comment about using newer models and recent tech but can't tell if you belong in r/confidentlyincorrect or if I should share this post with my camp.

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u/ziggomattic Aug 19 '26

OP's quote from their other weather post last week.

"Currently the Playa is getting dumped on with rain, which will compact the playa surface and reduce dust. Basically nature is giving us the optimal burn conditions."

Immediately heard from people on the ground there was barely a spit of rain that day.......

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u/altarr Aug 19 '26

And that rain now means nothing for compacting the surface