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South Lake Tahoe weather in August (California, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in South Lake Tahoe this August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The weather in South Lake Tahoe is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. During August, the summer season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Precipitation

South Lake Tahoe in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.7 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 390 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit South Lake Tahoe.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized South Lake Tahoe climate page with graphs.

 

South Lake Tahoe, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.7 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 39% *  
SunshineSunshine 390 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 92% *  
* Data from: Reno, the United States of America (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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