Early spring · Weather & things to do
South Lake Tahoe in March
South Lake Tahoe warms up: highs climb to 45°F (7°C), from 39°F in February, with lows of 27°F (-3°C) and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 51/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 45°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 27°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 45°F (7°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Average lows of 27°F (-3°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with lows well below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in February to 51/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Mar window our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 45°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 27°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.7 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in South Lake Tahoe in March
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Lakeside Beach
Small sandy beach near Stateline that faces west across the lake toward the Sierra crest.
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.
Nearby in March
- Tahoe City & Palisades in March~18 mi · highs 45°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Truckee in March~31 mi · highs 46°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in March~86 mi · highs 65°F, 3.5 in rain · 11°C (20°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in March~127 mi · highs 60°F, 3.8 in rain · 9°C (15°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
It's middling, scoring 51/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 100. Expect highs of 45°F (7°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain or snow. March is inside the Dec – Mar window our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends.
How cold is South Lake Tahoe in March?
Average highs are 45°F (7°C) and average lows 27°F (-3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in South Lake Tahoe in March?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 3rd-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 March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 45°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 27°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.7 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on South Lake Tahoe
Routes in season in March
- South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee Dec – Mar
Planning South Lake Tahoe in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.