United StatesThe weather in August in South Lake Tahoe
It's warm in August in South Lake Tahoe with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 10°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in South Lake Tahoe. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for South Lake Tahoe, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2020, South Lake Tahoe reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9,8 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for South Lake Tahoe
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in South Lake Tahoe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| South Lake Tahoe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9,8 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in South Lake Tahoe with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in South Lake Tahoe is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in South Lake Tahoe, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in South Lake Tahoe
Temperature in August in South Lake Tahoe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in South Lake Tahoe, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in South Lake Tahoe
Total precipitation in August in South Lake Tahoe over the years
Daily UV index in August in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in South Lake Tahoe, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in South Lake Tahoe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for South Lake Tahoe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.