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South Lake Tahoe in February
Little changes in South Lake Tahoe from January: highs stay near 39°F (4°C), lows near 23°F (-5°C), and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain or snow falls.
With a comfort score of 43/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 23°F (-5°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.9 in (99 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 39°F (4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 23°F (-5°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.9 in (99 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (45 → 43/100).
- February sits inside the Dec – Mar window our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 23°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.9 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in South Lake Tahoe in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Heavenly Village
Pedestrian village at the base of the gondola, with shops, restaurants and bars a short walk from the Stateline casinos.
Heavenly Mountain Resort
Ski resort straddling the California–Nevada line above South Lake Tahoe, with lake views from most of its runs.
Emerald Bay State Park
Granite-walled bay on Lake Tahoe's southwest shore around Fannette Island, the lake's only island.
Heavenly Gondola
Gondola from Heavenly Village up the mountain, with an observation deck partway up overlooking the lake.
Nearby in February
- Tahoe City & Palisades in February~18 mi · highs 39°F, 3.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Truckee in February~31 mi · highs 39°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in February~86 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 12°C (21°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in February~127 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · 9°C (17°F) warmer by day, wetter
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 43/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain or snow. February is inside the Dec – Mar window our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends.
How cold is South Lake Tahoe in February?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 23°F (-5°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in South Lake Tahoe in February?
Some: about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 25.3 in (642 mm).
What should I pack for South Lake Tahoe in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 23°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.9 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on South Lake Tahoe
Routes in season in February
- South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee Dec – Mar
Planning South Lake Tahoe in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.