South Lake Tahoe in October
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 17°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
3°CAvg low
5Rainy days (43 mm)
10:57 hDaylight
07:16Sunrise · 18:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Some rain: about 5 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±3.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | -4°C | 144 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.0 |
| February | 5°C | -4°C | 133 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.2 |
| March | 7°C | -2°C | 124 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.7 |
| April | 10°C | -1°C | 69 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 15°C | 2°C | 54 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| June | 22°C | 7°C | 22 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 27°C | 11°C | 11 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| August | 26°C | 11°C | 12 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| September | 23°C | 9°C | 16 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| October | 17°C | 3°C | 43 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 9°C | -2°C | 80 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.7 |
| December | 4°C | -5°C | 142 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is South Lake Tahoe in October?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 3°C.
When is the best time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
The best months are July, August, September, June.