Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Truckee in July
Truckee's warmest month brings highs averaging 85°F (29°C), lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 32%
- Cloud cover
- 15%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (29°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 54°F (12°C), about 17°C (31°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 32% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.3 in (7 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 15%.
Plan around July
July is one of Truckee's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in June to 90/100.
- Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Truckee in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Northstar California
Family-friendly ski resort south of Truckee, with long groomed runs and an outdoor ice rink in its village.
Why now July scores 90/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Truckee Depot
Downtown train depot where Amtrak's California Zephyr stops, with a visitor center and a caboose outside.
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.
Royal Gorge Cross Country
Large cross-country ski area on Donner Summit, with groomed classic and skate trails and snowshoe routes.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 0.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- Tahoe City & Palisades in July~13 mi · highs 83°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- South Lake Tahoe in July~31 mi · highs 83°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in July~89 mi · highs 98°F, 0.0 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in July~126 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°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.
Truckee in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Truckee?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Truckee in July?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Truckee in July?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.0 in (534 mm).
What should I pack for Truckee in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Truckee in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.