Normal weather for South Lake Tahoe in February
It's cold in February in South Lake Tahoe with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 3°C to a high of 12°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -10°C and -1°C.
In February, there is an average of 149 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. Of the total precipitation, about 102 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
South Lake Tahoe in February |
London | ||
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Average Temperature |
7°C | 10°C | |
High Temp |
12°C | 12°C | |
Low Temp |
3°C | 7°C | |
Total Precipitation |
149 mm | 55 mm | |
Rainy Days |
16 days | 9 days | |
Total Snowfall |
102 cm | 0,7 cm | |
Snowy Days |
24 days | 1 day |
Start of February
The month of February starts in South Lake Tahoe with cold temperatures, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights close to -5°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-February
By mid-February, the average daytime temperature rises to around 9°C, with nights close to -5°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in South Lake Tahoe will be around 7°C, with nights close to -6°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is February a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
After some sun? Then February isn’t the best time to be in South Lake Tahoe. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for South Lake Tahoe in February
With 18°C, South Lake Tahoe hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in February 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -7°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -24°C to a high of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in February in South Lake Tahoe, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in South Lake Tahoe
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for South Lake Tahoe, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect around 16 days of rain in South Lake Tahoe.
Daily Snowfall in February in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in February in South Lake Tahoe, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in February.
Daily UV Index in February in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in South Lake Tahoe, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in South Lake Tahoe Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in South Lake Tahoe, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in February in South Lake Tahoe Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in South Lake Tahoe, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in February in South Lake Tahoe per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in February in South Lake Tahoe, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in February for South Lake Tahoe
Click on a specific day in February for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in South Lake Tahoe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in South Lake Tahoe by Month
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