Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
South Lake Tahoe in April
South Lake Tahoe warms up: highs climb to 51°F (11°C), from 45°F in March, with lows of 31°F (-1°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 31°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What April feels like
Afternoons only reach about 51°F (11°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 31°F (-1°C), so expect frost and ice.
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by May, lows rise to 38°F.
- Comfort improves from 51/100 in March to 69/100.
- Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 31°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in South Lake Tahoe in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Heavenly Gondola
Gondola from Heavenly Village up the mountain, with an observation deck partway up overlooking the lake.
Why now April scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lakeside Beach
Small sandy beach near Stateline that faces west across the lake toward the Sierra crest.
Why now Highs near 51°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Heavenly Mountain Resort
Ski resort straddling the California–Nevada line above South Lake Tahoe, with lake views from most of its runs.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Emerald Bay State Park
Granite-walled bay on Lake Tahoe's southwest shore around Fannette Island, the lake's only island.
Nearby in April
- Tahoe City & Palisades in April~18 mi · highs 51°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Truckee in April~31 mi · highs 52°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in April~86 mi · highs 71°F, 2.0 in rain · 11°C (19°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in April~127 mi · highs 65°F, 1.9 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
South Lake Tahoe in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 100. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is South Lake Tahoe in April?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 31°F (-1°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in South Lake Tahoe in April?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.3 in (642 mm).
What should I pack for South Lake Tahoe in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 31°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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