Region in California, United States
Lake Tahoe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lake Tahoe
Jan–Mar is peak ski season. Jul–Sep suits swimming and hiking; late Sep fall color is quieter. Apr–May and Nov are muddy shoulder seasons; wildfire smoke possible Aug–Sep.
Lake Tahoe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°91 mm
- Feb4°99 mm
- Mar7°94 mm
- Apr11°55 mm
- May16°38 mm
- Jun23°12 mm
- Jul29°8 mm
- Aug28°7 mm
- Sep23°9 mm
- Oct16°39 mm
- Nov8°68 mm
- Dec3°122 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C38°F | -5°C22°F | 91 mm | 76% | Cold |
| February | 4°C39°F | -5°C23°F | 99 mm | 76% | Cold |
| March | 7°C45°F | -3°C27°F | 94 mm | 74% | Cold |
| April | 11°C51°F | -1°C31°F | 55 mm | 69% | Cold |
| May | 16°C62°F | 4°C38°F | 38 mm | 60% | Cool |
| June | 23°C74°F | 8°C47°F | 12 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C83°F | 13°C55°F | 8 mm | 34% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C82°F | 12°C53°F | 7 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C74°F | 8°C47°F | 9 mm | 37% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C61°F | 3°C37°F | 39 mm | 48% | Cool |
| November | 8°C47°F | -2°C28°F | 68 mm | 63% | Cold |
| December | 3°C37°F | -6°C22°F | 122 mm | 77% | Freezing |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Lake Tahoe | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lake Tahoe?
Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep. Jan–Mar is peak ski season. Jul–Sep suits swimming and hiking; late Sep fall color is quieter. Apr–May and Nov are muddy shoulder seasons; wildfire smoke possible Aug–Sep.
When is the rainy season in Lake Tahoe?
Rain peaks in December with about 122 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lake Tahoe?
July, with average highs of 29°C (83°F).
How cold does Lake Tahoe get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging -6°C (22°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tahoe Transportation District (BlueGO)
- Reno–Tahoe International Airport
- Visit Lake Tahoe
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.