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When to go · South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe in August

Great month. Inside South Lake Tahoe's best window: Jun–Sep for the lake; Dec–Mar for skiing.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
27°C / 5°C
average high / low
Rain days
2
Crowds
High
United States overall
Prices
High
United States overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for South Lake Tahoe

Inside South Lake Tahoe's best window: Jun–Sep for the lake; Dec–Mar for skiing.

Weather in August

Long-term averages
  • South Lake TahoeHighs around 27 °C, lows around 5 °C, rain on about 2 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · United States overall
High
Prices · United States overall
High

United States overall: Hot and busy; wildfire smoke in the West, hurricane peak begins in the Southeast.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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