Late winter · Weather & things to do
Truckee in February
Truckee edges warmer than January, with highs of 39°F (4°C), lows of 22°F (-6°C) and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 45/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 22°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 39°F (4°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.2 in (82 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 (46 → 45/100).
- 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 22°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.2 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Truckee 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.
Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats
Downtown restaurant and bar in the Truckee Hotel building, with live music most nights.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Donner Memorial State Park
Park at the east end of Donner Lake with the Pioneer Monument and a museum on the Donner Party and the railroad.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 39°F.
Sugar Bowl
Ski resort on Donner Summit, opened in 1939, that gets some of the deepest snow in the Sierra.
Royal Gorge Cross Country
Large cross-country ski area on Donner Summit, with groomed classic and skate trails and snowshoe routes.
Nearby in February
- Tahoe City & Palisades in February~13 mi · highs 39°F, 3.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- South Lake Tahoe in February~31 mi · highs 39°F, 3.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in February~89 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 12°C (21°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in February~126 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.
Truckee in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Truckee?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain or snow. February is inside the Dec – Mar window our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends.
How cold is Truckee in February?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 22°F (-6°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Truckee in February?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 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 21.0 in (534 mm).
What should I pack for Truckee in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 22°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.2 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in February
- South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee Dec – Mar
Planning Truckee in February?
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