Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Truckee in November
Truckee cools off: highs slip to 46°F (8°C), from 60°F in October, with lows of 26°F (-3°C) and about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 61/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.3 in (58 mm)
- Humidity
- 63%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 61/100 · Good
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 46°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Average lows of 26°F (-3°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with lows well below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 26°F.
- Snow becomes likely from November, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in October to 61/100.
- Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Truckee in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Sugar Bowl
Ski resort on Donner Summit, opened in 1939, that gets some of the deepest snow in the Sierra.
Why now November scores 61/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Donner Lake
Mountain lake just west of town below Donner Pass, ringed by snowy granite peaks in winter.
Why now Highs near 46°F and 2.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Northstar California
Family-friendly ski resort south of Truckee, with long groomed runs and an outdoor ice rink in its village.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Truckee Depot
Downtown train depot where Amtrak's California Zephyr stops, with a visitor center and a caboose outside.
Nearby in November
- Tahoe City & Palisades in November~13 mi · highs 47°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- South Lake Tahoe in November~31 mi · highs 47°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in November~89 mi · highs 67°F, 2.4 in rain · 11°C (20°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Napa in November~126 mi · highs 62°F, 2.8 in rain · 9°C (16°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Truckee?
It's middling, scoring 61/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 100. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain or snow. Our South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City & Truckee route recommends Dec – Mar, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Truckee in November?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 26°F (-3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Truckee in November?
Not much: about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain or snow falls across November on average, the 5th-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 November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Truckee in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.