United StatesAverage weather for South Lake Tahoe in March
It's cold in March in South Lake Tahoe with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and -2°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in South Lake Tahoe with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around -4°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 10°C, with nights around -3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in South Lake Tahoe is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about -3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In March, there is an average of 149 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 58 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
South Lake Tahoe in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
9°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
11°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
6°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
149 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 10 days | |
 Total snowfall |
58 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
19 days | 4 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit South Lake Tahoe?
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in South Lake Tahoe. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 22°C in 2015, South Lake Tahoe reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -21°C to a highest value of 8°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for South Lake Tahoe, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in South Lake Tahoe
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for South Lake Tahoe, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in South Lake Tahoe.
Daily Snowfall in March in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in South Lake Tahoe, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV index in March in South Lake Tahoe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.
Temperature in March in South Lake Tahoe over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in South Lake Tahoe, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in South Lake Tahoe over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in South Lake Tahoe, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in South Lake Tahoe per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in South Lake Tahoe, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in March for South Lake Tahoe
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Average weather in South Lake Tahoe by month
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