Cool
Average highs are around 15°C, so pack for cooler days.
Weather Guide
Best months: July, August, June
Across the year, average daytime temperatures are around 13°C, sunshine averages 9.3h per day, and rainfall totals about 836mm.
Annual averages
Temp
13°C
Rain
836mm
Annual total
Sun
9.3h
Weather score
48
Mixed avg
Cool
Average highs are around 15°C, so pack for cooler days.
Drier
Rainfall averages 48mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.9h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Map
Compare South Lake Tahoe, California, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
October15°C average high
October is close to South Lake Tahoe's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
October48mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of South Lake Tahoe's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsApril to October
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
October8.9 hours average sun
October sits close to South Lake Tahoe's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
October47 weather score
October sits close to South Lake Tahoe's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJuly to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.