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
clear sky
55°F
Weather Forecast
Wed
Clear
43°F
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76°F
Thu
Clear
50°F
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84°F
Fri
Clear
53°F
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82°F
Sat
Clouds
52°F
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85°F
Sun
Clouds
58°F
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83°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
Wed
Night
Clear
59°
0"
WSW 0mph
Thu
Day
Sunny
74°
0"
WSW 5mph
Night
Clear
62°
0"
WSW 5mph
Fri
Day
Sunny
75°
0"
SW 9mph
Night
Clear
62°
0"
SW 9mph
Sat
Day
Mostly Sunny
78°
0"
SW 8mph
Night
Cloudy
66°
0"
SW 8mph
Sun
Day
Cloudy
76°
0"
SW 6mph
Night
Cloudy
66°
0"
SW 6mph
Mon
Day
Scattered T-Storms
70°
0"
SW 6mph
Donner Pass Forecast
Wed
Night
Clear
57°
0"
W 0mph
Thu
Day
Sunny
69°
0"
WSW 6mph
Night
Clear
60°
0"
WSW 6mph
Fri
Day
Sunny
69°
0"
SW 12mph
Night
Clear
60°
0"
SW 12mph
Sat
Day
Sunny
73°
0"
SW 10mph
Night
Cloudy
63°
0"
SW 10mph
Sun
Day
Cloudy
71°
0"
SW 8mph
Night
Cloudy
62°
0"
SSW 8mph
Mon
Day
Scattered T-Storms
65°
0"
SSW 8mph
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
Sugar Bowl Mid Mountain Lodge
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
Click on the images below to view live webcams.
Downtown Truckee
89 / Donner Pass Rd
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
Truckee Brewfest
- Jul 11
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Truckee Brewfest is a signature summer event featuring craft beverage tastings, live music, and a lively community atmosphere, all supporting local youth programs.
This Week's Events
Donner Lake Paddling Tours
- Jul 9
- 10:30am - 1:15pm
Explore Donner Lake by raft with a California State Parks guide during this free, family-friendly paddling adventure.
Truckee Thursdays
- Jul 9
- 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Truckee’s favorite summer street festival returns with live music, local food, artisan vendors, family fun, and downtown energy every Thursday night.
Thursday Night Group Bike Rides at Tahoe Donner
- Jul 9
- 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Free weekly guided mountain bike rides at Tahoe Donner focused on fun, trail exploration, and community connection.
Wild Soul Festival
- Jul 10 - 11
Adventure by day, dance by night at this three-day mountain wellness festival featuring yoga, music, outdoor adventures, workshops, and community at Palisades Tahoe.
Cowgirls + Cocktails
- Jul 10
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cowgirls + Cocktails pairs a scenic evening trail ride with a relaxed social hour at Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center.
Grom Bike Clinics
- Jul 11 - 12
- 9:00am - 12:00pm
A kids mountain bike clinic at Tahoe Donner for ages 7-9, focused on building trail skills, confidence, and progression.
Truckee Brewfest
- Jul 11
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Truckee Brewfest is a signature summer event featuring craft beverage tastings, live music, and a lively community atmosphere, all supporting local youth programs.
Music by the Meadow
- Jul 11
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Spend summer Saturday evenings enjoying free live music at Tahoe Donner’s Music by the Meadow concert series. Held on the lawn at Pizza on the Hill, this family-friendly outdoor series features local musicians, mountain views, and a relaxed community...
Donner Memorial State Park Campfire Programs
- Jul 11
- 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Gather around the campfire for an evening of stories, nature, history, and family fun at Donner Memorial State Park.
Dance Party featuring swOOse & tones at Studio Truckee
- Jul 11
- 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Dance into summer with an evening of bass-driven electronic music, movement, and community at Studio Truckee.
Truckee Farmer's Market
- Jul 14
- 8:00am - 1:00pm
A weekly summer farmers market featuring fresh produce, artisan goods, baked treats, local eats, and community connection under the pines.
Grooves by the Greens
- Jul 14
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Spend summer evenings enjoying live outdoor music at Tahoe Donner’s Grooves by the Green concert series. Held Tuesday nights at The Lodge Pavilion, this free community series features local musicians and bands performing against the backdrop of Tahoe...
Music in the Park
- Jul 15
- 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Spend summer evenings under the pines with free live music, community gathering, and family-friendly fun at Truckee Regional Park's Amphitheater.
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Tahoe National Forest Wildfire Mitigation Projects May Impact Recreation Access
Visitors recreating around Truckee this spring through fall may encounter temporary trail, road, and forest closures due to active wildfire mitigation and forest health projects within Tahoe National Forest.
Crews will be conducting vegetation management, tree removal, hauling operations, mastication, and fuels reduction work across several areas surrounding Truckee. Temporary closures are in place to protect public safety during active operations.
Projects may impact access near:
- Highway 89 South
- Big Chief area
- Cabin Creek
- Alder Creek/Prosser area
- Boca Reservoir
- Woodchopper area
Before heading out, visitors are encouraged to check current closure information and project maps through the Truckee Forests website.
View a map of active project areas here.
