What is today's weather forecast for Lake Tahoe, CA?

Today's forecast for Lake Tahoe shows a high of 53 degrees and a low of 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Areas of dense fog before 3pm, then areas of dense fog after 4pm.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Lake Tahoe, CA?

The 7-day forecast for Lake Tahoe shows highs from 44 to 55 degrees and lows from 38 to 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Lake Tahoe, CA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Lake Tahoe this week. Precipitation chances: Monday (50% chance), Tuesday (50% chance), Wednesday (50% chance), Thursday (50% chance).

How accurate is the Lake Tahoe weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Lake Tahoe forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Lake Tahoe, CA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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38°F
Feels Like 38°F

Humidity 97% Dew Point 38°F Wind SE 1 MPH Gusts 6 Barometer 30.34 in.

Solar Rad 149 w/m²

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 1.5 mi. NE of central Lake Tahoe
at 9:00 AM Fri, Dec 12, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

FriDec 12

SatDec 13

SunDec 14

MonDec 15

TueDec 16

50%

WedDec 17

50%

ThuDec 18

50%

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 44°F to 55°F. Unsettled weather expected with snow likely on at least 4 days.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 9°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 42°F with lows around 21°F.

This Date in Weather History

1969 - The worst tornado of record for western Washington State tracked south of Seattle, traveling five miles, from Des Moines to Kent. The tornado, 50 to 200 yards in width, began as a waterspout over Puget Sound. One person was injured and the tornado caused half a million dollars damage.

Lake Tahoe, CA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Friday Dec 12

Day: Areas of dense fog before 3pm, then areas of dense fog after 4pm. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 53. Calm wind.

Night: Areas of fog before 10pm. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 40. Calm wind.

Saturday Dec 13

Day: Sunny, with a high near 53. Calm wind.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the evening.

Sunday Dec 14

Day: Sunny, with a high near 55. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the evening.

Monday Dec 15

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 55.

Night: A slight chance of rain after 4am. Snow level 9300 feet. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: A chance of rain, mainly after 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 51.

Night: A chance of rain. Snow level 9500 feet lowering to 8900 feet after midnight . Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. Breezy.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: A chance of rain. Snow level 7800 feet. Partly sunny, with a high near 44.

Night: A slight chance of rain. Snow level 7400 feet. Partly cloudy, with a low around 38.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: A chance of rain. Snow level 7600 feet rising to 8100 feet in the afternoon. Partly sunny, with a high near 45.

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