Average daily temperature during the week of 20 November 2023 - 26 November 2023 was 6 °C (43 °F), average minimal (night) temperature was -6 °C (21 °F). These temperatures are below the long-time average for South Lake Tahoe, being 10 °C (50 °F) for daily temperatures and -3 °C (27 °F) for night temperatures. The beginning of the week saw Wednesday and Tuesday being the hottest days of the week. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am -5 °C (23 °F), 10am 2 °C (36 °F), 1pm 6 °C (43 °F), 4pm 4 °C (39 °F), 7pm -1 °C (30 °F), 10pm -3 °C (27 °F).

The week had 7 days without rain. During the whole week, total of 0 mm (0.00 in) of precipitation was observed, which is below the long term average for South Lake Tahoe, which is 19 mm (0.75 in). The daytime hours (from dawn to dusk) had an average cloud coverage of 11 %.

The wind's speed averaged 1.2 m/s. The prevailing winds blew from the North and South. The atmosferic pressure ranged from 1011 hpa to 1034 hpa. The air in South Lake Tahoe had an average humidity of 69 %.

On average, there were 9.5 hours clear skies, 0.5 hours partially overcast skies and 1 hour overcast skies during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). The sunrise on average occurred at 06:51, and the sunset occurred at 16:41.

Weather overview

South Lake Tahoe (United States of America) in general has a mild climate. The day temperatures range from 6 °C (44 °F) in January to 26 °C (79 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 8 °C (46 °F), the lowest in January with -6 °C (22 °F). The driest month is August with just 3 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is March with 10 days of rain.

January weather

The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value being 6 °C (44 °F) in South Lake Tahoe, and the minimum of the night temperature is observable as well, with its value of -6 °C (22 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in this month. The minimum of the wind speed is observable, with its value of 3.

February weather

The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 105 mm (4.12 in) in South Lake Tahoe, on the contrary the number of rainy days starts to rise in February. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.

March weather

The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 9 °C (47 °F) in South Lake Tahoe, and the night temperature starts to rise too, the value of this measure is -4 °C (25 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, the value of this measure is 10 days, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, its value is 84 mm (3.32 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 9 hours.

April weather

The day temperature continues to rise in South Lake Tahoe, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being -2 °C (29 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 42 mm (1.66 in), while the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 7 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 10 hours. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, with its value being 4.

May weather

The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 6 days in South Lake Tahoe, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 31 mm (1.23 in). The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 17 °C (62 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 2 °C (35 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 11 hours.

June weather

The tourist season is at its beginning in South Lake Tahoe. The number of rainy days continues to descent, its value is 4 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 18 mm (0.69 in). The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 5 °C (41 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 12 hours.

July weather

The tourist season continues in South Lake Tahoe. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 26 °C (79 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well, with its value of 8 °C (46 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, its value is 7 mm (0.27 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 12 hours. The humidity is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 42 %.

August weather

The tourist season is taking place in South Lake Tahoe, and the dry season is close to its peak too. The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value being 3 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed.

September weather

The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 22 °C (72 °F) in South Lake Tahoe, and the night temperature descent's start could be observed as well in this month. There is pending tourist season, and there is pending dry season too in September. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 17 mm (0.67 in), and the number of rainy days starts to rise as well, the value of this measure is 4 days.

October weather

The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 17 °C (62 °F) in South Lake Tahoe, and the night temperature continues to descent too. The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 39 mm (1.52 in). The dry season is taking place in October. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 9 hours.

November weather

The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 8 days in South Lake Tahoe, while the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 10 °C (50 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is -3 °C (27 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 7 hours.

December weather

The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 7 °C (44 °F) in South Lake Tahoe. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value of 113 mm (4.46 in), while the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 9 days. The humidity reaches its maximum. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in December. The day length reaches its minimum, with its value being 9 hours.

How windy is South Lake Tahoe in May?

In May in South Lake Tahoe, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

Is June part of the dry season in South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, there is a dry season in June in South Lake Tahoe with just 4 days during the month being rainy.

Are there good conditions to visit in South Lake Tahoe in July?

July is the best month to visit South Lake Tahoe. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 26 °C (79 °F). There are only 3 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. The temperature of 8 °C (46 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the average number of rainy days in South Lake Tahoe in August?

In August in South Lake Tahoe, we can expect 3 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.8 days of the week, or in general - 11 % days.

What is the temperature in South Lake Tahoe during the day in September?

The average daily temperature in South Lake Tahoe in September is 22 °C (72 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.

How many sunny hours can I expect in October in South Lake Tahoe?

There is an average length of sunshine of 9 hours per day in South Lake Tahoe in October.