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Tahoe City & Palisades in February
Tahoe City & Palisades edges warmer than January, with highs of 39°F (4°C), lows of 23°F (-5°C) and about 3.9 in (99 mm) of rain or snow.
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 31 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 39°F (4°C).
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 (44 → 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 picks involve some walking
What to do in Tahoe City & Palisades in February
With highs near 39°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Fire Sign Cafe
West-shore breakfast and lunch cafe in an old cabin south of Tahoe City, serving locals since the 1970s.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Bridgetender Tavern & Grill
Long-running Tahoe City tavern next to Fanny Bridge, known for burgers and a patio over the Truckee River.
Fanny Bridge
Bridge in Tahoe City over the Truckee River where it leaves Lake Tahoe, beside the dam that regulates the lake's level.
Sugar Pine Point State Park
West-shore park that hosted the 1960 Olympic cross-country races, with snowshoe and ski trails through pines to the lake.
Nearby in February
- Truckee in February~13 mi · highs 39°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- South Lake Tahoe in February~18 mi · highs 39°F, 3.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in February~84 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 12°C (21°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in February~123 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · 10°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.
Tahoe City & Palisades in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Tahoe City & Palisades?
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 Tahoe City & Palisades 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 Tahoe City & Palisades 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 Tahoe City & Palisades 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 picks involve some walking).
More on Tahoe City & Palisades
Routes in season in February
- South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee Dec – Mar
Planning Tahoe City & Palisades 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.