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Truckee in June
Truckee warms up: highs climb to 75°F (24°C), from 63°F in May, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 24%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What June feels like
Highs settle around 75°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 24%.
Plan around June
June is one of Truckee's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 75°F, up from 63°F in May.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 46 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from May.
- Comfort improves from 93/100 in May to 100/100.
- Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 75°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 46°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Truckee in June
June is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Royal Gorge Cross Country
Large cross-country ski area on Donner Summit, with groomed classic and skate trails and snowshoe routes.
Why now June scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sugar Bowl
Ski resort on Donner Summit, opened in 1939, that gets some of the deepest snow in the Sierra.
Why now Highs near 75°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Moody's Bistro Bar & Beats
Downtown restaurant and bar in the Truckee Hotel building, with live music most nights.
Donner Lake
Mountain lake just west of town below Donner Pass, ringed by snowy granite peaks in winter.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Tahoe City & Palisades in June~13 mi · highs 73°F, 0.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- South Lake Tahoe in June~31 mi · highs 74°F, 0.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in June~89 mi · highs 91°F, 0.2 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in June~126 mi · highs 83°F, 0.2 in rain · 5°C (8°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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Truckee?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Truckee in June?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Truckee in June?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.0 in (534 mm).
What should I pack for Truckee in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 75°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 46°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Truckee in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.