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South Lake Tahoe in August
South Lake Tahoe sees its driest month, with just 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain, highs of 82°F (28°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C).
At 98/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 32%
- Cloud cover
- 20%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 32%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.3 in (7 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 20%.
Plan around August
August is one of South Lake Tahoe's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 94/100 in July to 98/100.
- Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in South Lake Tahoe in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Heavenly Village
Pedestrian village at the base of the gondola, with shops, restaurants and bars a short walk from the Stateline casinos.
Why now August scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Emerald Bay State Park
Granite-walled bay on Lake Tahoe's southwest shore around Fannette Island, the lake's only island.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 0.3 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.
Heavenly Gondola
Gondola from Heavenly Village up the mountain, with an observation deck partway up overlooking the lake.
Nearby in August
- Tahoe City & Palisades in August~18 mi · highs 82°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Truckee in August~31 mi · highs 83°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in August~86 mi · highs 96°F, 0.0 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in August~127 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (7°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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is South Lake Tahoe in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in South Lake Tahoe in August?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.3 in (642 mm).
What should I pack for South Lake Tahoe in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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