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South Lake Tahoe (CA) Climate by Month

The temperature in South Lake Tahoe can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in South Lake Tahoe. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -6°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, South Lake Tahoe has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 515 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging 93 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 6.7 mm over 3 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in South Lake Tahoe. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 14.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Reno, the United States of America (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Reno, the United States of America (67 KM, 42 Miles).

The best time of year to visit South Lake Tahoe in the United States of America

During the months of June, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does South Lake Tahoe have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in South Lake Tahoe?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in South Lake Tahoe?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in South Lake Tahoe?
    December tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in South Lake Tahoe?
    August is the driest month with 7 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in South Lake Tahoe?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 424 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for South Lake Tahoe (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    6°C | 0°C
    SW 22 km/h
    11 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    5°C | -4°C
    SW 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    7°C | -1°C
    SW 18 km/h
    12 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain