Climate & Averages
View average high and low temperatures, average snowfall, and average precipitation for Truckee, California. Get an overview on weather for each season, and see what we mean by four seasons of fun!
What's happening this week
Truckee-Tahoe Weather
Current Conditions
smoke
65°F
Weather Forecast
Thu
Clear
37°F
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65°F
Fri
Clear
39°F
/
54°F
Sat
Snow
30°F
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47°F
Sun
Clear
29°F
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60°F
Mon
Clouds
31°F
/
47°F
Live Truckee-Tahoe Webcams
Donner Lake Village Resort
Olympic Valley View
Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort
Sunnyside
Garwoods
North Lake Tahoe Events Center
Truckee River Cam
Truckee Forecast
Thu
Day
Sunny
55°
0"
SW 10mph
Night
Clear
46°
0"
SW 10mph
Fri
Day
Sunny
50°
0"
SW 12mph
Night
Partly Cloudy
40°
0"
SW 12mph
Sat
Day
Mostly Sunny
44°
0"
WSW 8mph
Night
Clear
34°
0"
WSW 8mph
Sun
Day
Sunny
47°
0"
SSW 4mph
Night
Clear
39°
0"
SW 4mph
Mon
Day
Mostly Cloudy
42°
0"
SSW 11mph
Night
Cloudy
38°
0"
S 11mph
Donner Pass Forecast
Thu
Day
Windy
48°
0"
SSW 14mph
Night
Windy
41°
0"
SSW 14mph
Fri
Day
Windy
43°
0"
SW 17mph
Night
Mostly Cloudy
36°
0"
SW 17mph
Sat
Day
Partly Cloudy
38°
0"
WSW 10mph
Night
Clear
32°
0"
NW 10mph
Sun
Day
Sunny
43°
0"
WSW 5mph
Night
Clear
36°
0"
SW 5mph
Mon
Day
Windy
36°
0"
SSW 16mph
Night
Snow & Wind
33°
1"
S 16mph
Ski Resort Webcams
Click on the images below to view live webcams.
Palisades Scope 8200' Cam
Alpine Peak Cam
Northstar Mid-mountain Cam
Northstar Mt. Pluto Summit
Snow and Avalanche Forecasts
- National Weather Service Forecast Discussion - Read a summary of Truckee-Tahoe's short and long-term weather and snow forecast. Updated twice daily.
- Daily Avalanche Forecast (Sierra Avalanche Center) - Know how to stay safe in the backcountry. Check the daily avalanche forecast, view recent observations by avalanche professionals and members of the public, and find education resources. Support the Sierra Avalanche Center by making a donation at https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/donate.
- Backcountry Skiing Tips & Etiquette (Tahoe Backcountry Alliance) - Follow these tips from our friends at the Tahoe Backcountry Alliance while backcountry skiing and splitboarding.
- Total Accumulated Snowfall from Central Sierra Snow Lab - The Central Sierra Snow Laboratory is a research field station of UC Berkeley located at Donner Pass in the Sierra Nevada. Check total snowfall, precipitation to date, percent of average precipitation, and more.
Winter Driving, Roads & Traffic
- Old Hwy 40 Road Status - Sign up for text alerts about road openings and closures by texting “Old40” to 855-835-5599.
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- Learn how to be prepared for mountain driving in winter conditions.
- Track Truckee Snow Plows Live with "Where's My Plow?" - Follow snow plows live, view road cams, and see the latest winter snow removal status on Truckee's trails and streets.
Roads & Traffic Webcams
Tap the red camera icon to view live cams on the interactive map below.
Roads & Traffic Information
- Read our Truckee Roads, Highways, & Traffic Updates blog.
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- Download this app for current highway closures, collisions, chain control, etc. Available for Android and iOS.
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- View current highway closures, collisions, or chain control in your browser.
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Check Highway Conditions & Status
- Type in a highway number to view current road conditions. For Interstate 80, enter 80. For Hwy 89, enter 89. For Hwy 267, enter 267.
- Social Media Accounts for Roads & Traffic Updates: Caltrans Twitter, Caltrans Facebook, Caltrans Instagram, CHP Truckee Twitter, CHP Truckee Facebook, CHP Truckee Instagram. Call 1-800-427-7623 for Recorded Roads & Traffic Updates.
- TahoeAlerts - Your One-Stop Emergency Notification System! Sign up in 3 simple steps. 1. Visit TahoeAlerts. 2. Enter your address or location. Let the system identify the right emergency notification system for you. Sign up today & stay prepared!
Truckee Air Quality
Air Quality Readings & Forecast
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Air Quality Reading (AirNow)- official air quality index (AQI) forecast and current readings.
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California Smoke Spotter App- mobile app that shows prescribed burns, wildfires, projected smoke impacts, current air quality index (AQI) and recommendations for make health-based decisions.
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Air Quality Readings (PurpleAir)- crowdsourced map of current air quality index (AQI) at various neighborhood sensors.
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AirNow Fire and Smoke Map- map of air quality monitors, fires, smoke plumes, and special statements.
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AirNow Interactive Map of Air Quality- map of regional air quality.
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Wildfire Smoke 72-Hour Forecast (US Forest Service)- birds eye view of smoke impacts over a 72-hour period.
Wildfire Lookout Cams
Click on the images below to view live webcams.
Tahoe Donner
Martis Peak
Serene Lakes
Mt. Lincoln
Dollar Point
Chimney Peak
Made in Tahoe Festival
- Oct 11 - 12
- 11:00am - 5:00pm
Celebrate the creative heartbeat of the Sierra. Made in Tahoe brings two days of local artistry to life—featuring chefs, makers, musicians, and innovators from the Truckee and Lake Tahoe region. Explore crafts and creations that reflect our community...
This Week's Events
TGR Film Premier at Palisades Tahoe
- Oct 10
- 4:30pm - 9:00pm
Don’t miss Pressure Drop, TGR’s adrenaline-fueled film premiere at Palisades Tahoe—two showtimes, epic lines, and community stoke.
Spooky Movie Night
- Oct 10
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Start your weekend with a little spook (and a lot of comfort). Every Friday evening in October, Tahoe Donner invites you to enjoy free, family‑friendly Halloween movies in the warm glow of the Northwoods Clubhouse. With popcorn ready, coloring books...
Tahoe Forest Health System Fall Fun Run
- Oct 11
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
Run, walk, or show off your costume along the Legacy Trail at the Tahoe Forest Health System Fall Fun Run—1-mile, 5K & 10K options, plus food, music & post-race celebration!
Made in Tahoe Festival
- Oct 11 - 12
- 11:00am - 5:00pm
Celebrate the creative heartbeat of the Sierra. Made in Tahoe brings two days of local artistry to life—featuring chefs, makers, musicians, and innovators from the Truckee and Lake Tahoe region. Explore crafts and creations that reflect our community...
14th Annual Fall Festival at Tahoe Donner
- Oct 11
- 11:00am - 4:00pm
Celebrate fall Sierra-style at Tahoe Donner’s 14th Annual Fall Festival—pumpkins, pony rides, axe-throwing, and more for all ages.
Black Tie & Tails Gala
- Oct 11
- 5:30pm - 10:00pm
This elegant, pet-friendly fundraising gala invites more than 220 guests (including canine companions) for a night of champagne & hors d’oeuvres, plated dinner, live music and dancing—all in a chic mountainside setting.
Truckee Farmer's Market
- Oct 14
- 8:00am - 1:00pm
Celebrate summer in the Sierra with this weekly gathering of fresh produce, artisan crafts, baked goods, and local eats. Held every Tuesday from mid‑May through mid‑October, the market brings together regional farmers and creators right where our...
Stay & Save This Week
Make the most of your mountain getaway with our current offers. Save up to 30% at Best Western, enjoy 10% off at Truckee Donner Lodge, or take advantage of stay-longer-and-save deals at Tahoe Getaways vacation rentals. You’ll even find perks like a $100 dining credit or a 4th night free at Gravity Haus. From boutique hotels in downtown Truckee to spacious vacation homes perfect for families, there’s an offer ready for your adventure.
