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
71°F
Weather Forecast
Tue
Clear
44°F
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75°F
Wed
Clear
50°F
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79°F
Thu
Clouds
52°F
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70°F
Fri
Clouds
49°F
/
77°F
Sat
Clear
52°F
/
78°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
Tue
Day
Sunny
66°
0"
ESE 5mph
Night
Clear
58°
0"
NE 5mph
Wed
Day
Sunny
68°
0"
S 5mph
Night
Mostly Clear
56°
0"
W 5mph
Thu
Day
Scattered T-Storms
64°
0"
NNW 3mph
Night
Scattered T-Storms
56°
0"
NNW 3mph
Fri
Day
Sunny
67°
0"
ENE 5mph
Night
Clear
58°
0"
ENE 5mph
Sat
Day
Sunny
68°
0"
SSW 4mph
Night
Partly Cloudy
56°
0"
SW 4mph
Donner Pass Forecast
Tue
Day
Sunny
63°
0"
E 6mph
Night
Clear
57°
0"
E 6mph
Wed
Day
Sunny
64°
0"
SE 6mph
Night
Mostly Clear
54°
0"
NNW 6mph
Thu
Day
Scattered T-Storms
60°
0"
N 4mph
Night
Mostly Clear
54°
0"
NNE 4mph
Fri
Day
Sunny
63°
0"
ENE 6mph
Night
Clear
57°
0"
E 6mph
Sat
Day
Sunny
63°
0"
SW 5mph
Night
Partly Cloudy
54°
0"
SW 5mph
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
Truckee Art Walk
- Oct 4
- 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Truckee Art Walk brings the community together on the first Saturday of every month to stroll downtown, meet local artists, and experience Truckee’s vibrant arts scene.
This Week's Events
Truckee Farmer's Market
- Sep 23
- 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...
Music in the Park
- Sep 24
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
A Truckee Classic. Free, Family-Friendly, and Just the Right Amount of Rowdy. Wednesday nights in summer mean one thing: blankets, lawn chairs, and live music filling Truckee River Regional Park. Music in the Park is a decades-long tradition that...
Great Trail Race
- Sep 27
Choose your adventure: mountain bike, gravel ride, or trail run across a breathtaking point-to-point course from Truckee to Tahoe City. Pick between the Classic route with smoother fire-road terrain, or the Elite route packed with technical...
Oktoberfest
- Sep 27
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Transport yourself to Bavaria—Sierra-style. The Village transforms into a playful Bavarian playground, complete with authentic German brews and food, live Alpine music and dance, and classic OktoberGames like the Stein Race, Brat Toss, and Stein...
Family Farm Festival
- Sep 28
- 11:00am - 3:30pm
Dig into fall with a celebration that’s hands-on, heartfelt, and sweetly local. The Family Farm Festival welcomes families from early on, with a special hour for children with extra sensory needs, and early entry for members—then opens fully by mid...
TGR Film Premier
- Sep 28
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Get ready for adrenaline turned into art. TGR’s latest ski and snowboard film, Beyond the Fantasy, hits the big screen in Truckee for one unforgettable night. Expect jaw‑dropping mountain cinematography, electrifying energy, athlete appearances...
Truckee Farmer's Market
- Sep 30
- 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.
