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CAL FIRE firefighters are staffing up during extreme fire weather across state
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 8:36pm
CAL FIRE firefighters are staffing up and preparing for the forecasted extreme fire weather across California. The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings and fire weather watches for areas of northern, central and southern California. This will likely be the strongest offshore wind event so far this season.
Cooler but mostly sunny week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 7:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Warm autumn weather continues before a cold front brings breezy winds Tuesday and Tuesday night followed by much cooler temperatures Wednesday and Thursday. Widespread freezes will occur Thursday and Friday mornings. Next weekend should be mild and dry, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Warm fall temperatures on tap for Monday after a cool morning with light winds. It begins to change Tuesday with increasing winds ahead of a strong, dry cold front. Some lake concerns are possible with the stronger winds.
South Lake Tahoe weather: Nothing but sun for foreseeable future
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 11:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A warmer and drier trend will be in store through early next week. Dry conditions with light winds are expected through the weekend. Light winds ill prevail on Wednesday with increased winds Thursday. Wind gusts could reach around 25 mph Thursday afternoon across valley locations across the Sierra and western Nevada with 40-50 mph possible along Sierra ridgetops.
Winter Weather Advisory returns overnight in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 12:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A winter storm just days after the first day of Autumn isn't too unusual for the Lake Tahoe region, but it always catches everyone by surprise and leaves one wondering if Fall will return.
Many areas at lake level saw an inch or so of snow, with a few inches at upper elevations. Expect more of the same Sunday night into Monday morning. The Winter Snow Advisory goes into effect Sunday night at 5:00 p.m. and lasts until 10:00 a.m. Monday.
Dramatic change to the Lake Tahoe weather this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 8:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A strong cold front will move through the region Saturday bringing a dramatic change to the weather with breezy winds, rain, snow, and much colder weather returning for the weekend. according to the National Weather Service in Reno. Now is the time to prepare for winter travel if you have plans to drive over the mountains, and to prepare your garden and irrigation for possible freezing temperatures.
Red Flag Warning for western Sierra and Nor Cal valley, PG&E begins safety shut-off
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/24/2019 - 8:53am
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for portions of interior Northern California up into the foothills to elevations under 5000 feet.
At approximately 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 23, PG&E began turning off power for safety to about 24,000 customers in portions of Butte, Nevada and Yuba Counties. By approximately 8:00 p.m., PG&E had completed the task of turning off power for public safety to about 24, 000 customers in the Sierra foothills. Power will remain off until weather conditions improve and it is safe to restore service.
Chance of snow by the end of week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 7:06am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Monday is the first day of Fall! For today, expect tranquil weather conditions with a light northeast wind and cooler temperatures as a cold front makes its way out of the region. A warmup will then occur Tuesday and Wednesday before another, stronger weather system brings gusty winds late week along with much colder temperatures and shower chances Friday through the weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Today- Sunny, with a high near 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northeast in the afternoon.
September snow around Lake Tahoe - Rain and some sun in the forecast
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/16/2019 - 7:32pm
SOUTH TAHOE NOW, Calif. - There was a blast of winter-like weather around the Lake Tahoe basin on Monday, but no need to panic if unprepared for snowy conditions.
Temperatures dropped nearly 30 degrees across much of northwestern Nevada and northeastern California since 1:00 p.m. yesterday.
Temperatures well below average with highs mainly in the 60s for lower elevations. This low will keep clouds and shower chances over the region,
with the best overall chances across far northeast CA and northwest
Red Flag Warning and Wind Advisory in place for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/15/2019 - 3:06am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for the greater Lake Tahoe area from 11:00 a.m. to Sunday to 11:00 a.m. Monday and a Lake Wind Advisory until 5:00 p.m. Monday.
A strong cold front will bring southwest to west winds of 15 to 30 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph beginning Sunday morning and lasting into Monday. The humidity with this front is low - minimum 8 to 18 percent Sunday afternoon, with poor recovery tonight. Minimum 15 to 25 percent early Monday.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Warmer temps return by the end of the week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 8:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A cooling trend will take place tonight through Tuesday
as a trough of low pressure moves across our region. Dry and warm conditions will return Wednesday through Saturday as a flat ridge moves across the western US and the Intermountain West, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
After a period of warm and dry weather late this week, some models are hinting at a trough moving into the western US early next week, which could bring breezy winds and cooling temperatures to our area Sunday into Monday.
Chance of thunderstorms and showers in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/01/2019 - 10:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The region will see above average temperatures with afternoon breezes continue through Labor Day. Thunderstorm chances return beginning Monday and lasting through Thursday with the most widespread storms on Wednesday. Temperatures will gradually cool stating Wednesday but will remain above normal, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
The storms will be most numerous near and east of Highway 395.
Next weekend remains uncertain, but confidence has increased somewhat that another upper low will approach the coast.
Red Flag Warning in place for areas west and east of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 10:18pm
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for Wednesday, August 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for Carson City and the portion of Douglas County in the valley. Also under the warning are other portions of Western Nevada, the Eastern Sierra and the west slope of the Sierra.
The Lake Tahoe Basin does not fall into this warning.
The Red Flag Warning is for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
Expect:
Above normal temperatures for LakeTahoe in the week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 5:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As we head into the Labor Day holiday, temperatures will be well above normal through the upcoming week, with the warmest conditions most likely Tuesday. Dry conditions are likely to prevail through the week except for a chance of thunderstorms near the Sierra crest on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night - Mostly clear, with a low around 50. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Another sunny and warm week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 4:32pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Sunny. Warm. Afternoon Breeze. Repeat. Quiet weather anticipated through the end of August with dry conditions and typical late day breezes. Temperatures will cool a few degrees going into Monday but rebound to above normal again by the middle of the week.
Even drier air will be moving in the next few days, causing poor overnight humidity recovery for the higher elevations.
The South Lake Tahoe forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 79. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunny and warm week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 7:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dry conditions, a gradual warming trend, and typical afternoon breezes are expected through Wednesday in the Lake Tahoe area. Stronger winds Thursday and Friday could bring increasing fire danger. Temperatures will be above average even with a cooling trend that is likely by Friday. Overnight temps will dip below average.
According to the National Weather Service, weather conditions will be great for viewing the peak of the Perseid meteor shower tonight and Monday night, but the nearly full moon will, unfortunately, wash out many of the dimmer meteors.
Wildfire weather is here. Are you prepared for power shutoffs?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 4:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – As we move into the warmest and driest days of summer and early fall, the threat of catastrophic wildfire increases throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin. High winds, low relative humidity, and dry vegetation are a dangerous combination. When dangerous fire weather is forecasted, the National Weather Service may issue a Red Flag Warning.
Sunny and warm week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 8:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - High pressure will provide a few more days of hot weather with most areas remaining dry. There is just a slight chance for a few thunderstorms through Tuesday, mainly southeast of Lake Tahoe. A cooling trend to more seasonable temperatures along with an increase in winds is expected for the second half of the week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Light southwest wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night - Partly cloudy, with a low around 47. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Sunny, warm and light winds
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 6:02pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week ahead looks rather quiet with seasonable mid-summer temperatures and gusty afternoon winds. The winds do not look overly strong with typical gusts around 25 mph. There will be a couple of weak short waves that will move through during the week that could enhance the winds, one Monday and one Thursday. Still, they are so weak, it may not be discernible with regards to sensible weather.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Another warm week ahead for Lake Tahoe; Chance of showers/thunderstorms
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 8:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Mid-summer heat will persist across the Sierra and western Nevada for the upcoming week. Isolated thunderstorms with little or no rainfall are possible through Monday, then conditions become more favorable for thunderstorms which could produce locally heavy rainfall mainly east of Lake Tahoe for much of the week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Light south wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
A week full of 80s in the South Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 9:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Cali. - The week starts off with another windy afternoon/evening, though speeds are likely to be about 5 mph lighter than Sunday. Even with the slight decrease in winds, near critical fire conditions are once again expected along the Sierra Front and Western Nevada. The remainder of the week will feature more typical summer afternoon wind speeds.
There is a very slight chance for a return of moisture and a chance for thunderstorms at the end of the work week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
National Weather Service: Hottest temps of the year this week in Tahoe and Reno
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 10:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will continue to warm with hot temperatures expected on Friday and Saturday for Reno, and a stretch of 80s beginning in Lake Tahoe.
Typical afternoon breezes will prevail through Friday with gusts around 20-25 mph. Stronger gusts will develop on Saturday and persist through Tuesday with the strongest winds expected on Sunday. It will be nothing unusual for mid-summer, but peak gusts could be around 35 mph which may be a fire weather concern.
Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities and refrain from activities that could start a spark.
Warmer days and nights by the end of the week in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 7:01pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Expect cooler temps and dry conditions along with typical afternoon breezes to start the week before a large area of high pressure expands westward. This will bring warmer temperatures for the second half of the work week along with chances for thunderstorms mainly south of US-50.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 74. Light southwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
Sunny week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/30/2019 - 2:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Expect seasonal temperatures along with typical summer breezes through the middle of the week, although slightly stronger winds are
possible Wednesday. The weather is looking pleasant for the 4th of July holiday and nothing but sunshine for the parade.
Forecast from National Weather Service - Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night - Mostly clear, with a low around 40. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wind advisory in place for Lake Tahoe and Sierra: Water activities could be "hazardous"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 10:53am
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory to be in effect from noon Tuesday to 11:00 p.m. Thursday on Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake, Fallen Leaf Lake and others in the Sierra Nevada.
Winds will be from the south to southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph each afternoon and evening through Thursday. Winds will slacken up some overnight and into the morning; however, some chop may continue through the night, especially on Lake Tahoe, according to NWS-Reno.
Wave Heights on Lake Tahoe will be 2 to 4 feet for mid-lake to north and east shores.
Column: Wildfires happen. Is your community prepared?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 6:33am
Welcome to summer! The solstice officially arrived Friday at 8:54 a.m., welcoming in the longest day of the year. As the snowpack melts away, and the lake fills above rim, we enter the warm and dry months that we relish after winter. As Lake Tahoe’s landscape begins to dry out, wildfire danger will grow.
Our respite from the seasonal dangers of wildfire here in the basin is coming to an end. With temperatures climbing, relative humidity lowering, and afternoon winds blowing across the lake, the basin will become susceptible to wildfire.
Windy start to the week ahead for South Lake Tahoe, small drop in temps
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 3:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A low-pressure system is heading to Lake Tahoe, bringing with it cool, below-average temperatures later in the week, gusty winds, and fire weather concerns. Tuesday to Thursday look to be the windiest days with impacts likely, especially on area lakes according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Widespread gusts of 30-40 mph are expected Wednesday night.
Warming temperatures will return for next weekend along with continuing dry conditions.
The forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:
South Lake Tahoe to see some 80s this week before a drop in temps
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 5:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be some instability remaining over the Sierra through Monday with thunderstorm remaining a good bet Monday before fading from view Tuesday onward as drier and more stable airmass moves in.
A strong ridge works into the region Tuesday into Wednesday leading to hot temps but nothing excessive. It breaks down Thursday leading to some below average digits. Just as Lake Tahoe experienced this winter, ridges are finding a hard time sustaining themselves for prolonged periods.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Warmer temps ahead for South Lake Tahoe; Rapid melting of snowpact expected
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 9:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will become very warm with highs near 80s in Lake Tahoe and above 90 degrees for most lower elevations Monday through Wednesday. Dry conditions are expected through Tuesday, then isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms will be possible from Wednesday through next weekend.
Sunny forecast for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/02/2019 - 4:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Spring is still struggling to get a hold on Lake Tahoe. The widespread storm threat that has been present all week in Lake Tahoe starts to decrease Monday and Tuesday as the low-pressure system which has produced scattered showers and thunderstorms will slowly drift eastward. A warming trend is expected through Wednesday, then a quick cold front will bring windy and cooler conditions later this week, with the strongest winds likely on Thursday.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Some sunshine / chance of thunderstorms lingers all week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/27/2019 - 8:46am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Can you wait just seven more days? I'll let you in on a little secret...there are 70s in the forecast next week and no snow!
Valley rain showers, mountain snow showers, and a few thunderstorms will continue today as the "winter" weather moves out. A few lingering snow showers could cause
"Winter Weather Advisory" for Lake Tahoe - Up to 8 inches of snow at upper elevations
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 9:40am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The calendar says Memorial Day Weekend. A time for outside barbeques and picnics, cycling and enjoying the pending arrival of summer. Normally.
This year it is a time for skiing, finding indoor activities and possibly chaining up the car.
Another week of below average temps, rain, thunderstorms, snow.....and some sun!
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 5:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - If you are waiting for more seasonal temperatures you'll have to wait until next week's forecast. There is a glimmer of what will look like on Monday when the sun should shine before the next storm. A Winter Weather Advisory returns to the Lake Tahoe Basin, this one starts May 20 at 8:00 p.m. until May 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Winter Weather Advisory in place for the weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 8:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As one storm exits Lake Tahoe the next one is waiting in the wings and heading in on Saturday.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno issued a new Winter Weather Advisory for Lake Tahoe from Saturday evening to Sunday morning. Expect snow covered roads with total snow accumulations of up to 3 inches, except 4 to 10 inches above 7000 feet. It will be a windy one with gusts between 50 and 85 mph over exposed ridges.
If traveling to and from the Lake Tahoe Basin expect the chance of chain requirements over the summits.
Lake Tahoe spring storm to continue into next week
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 8:13am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Hope you didn't put away your winter coats yet! A weather pattern more typical of early March rather than mid-May came into the Lake Tahoe basin overnight, leaving behind a dusting of snow at lake level. This unusual and persistent weather pattern will continue to send cold Pacific storms into California and Nevada through next week. Expect periods of rain, mountain snow, and strong gusty winds.
South Lake Tahoe weather: Rain and snow in the 10-day forecast
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 9:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Enjoy your last day of sunshine for a while as a strong, wet and cold weather system heads to California and Lake Tahoe. The 10-day forecast has rain and snow in South Lake Tahoe each day. Have weekend outdoor plans? You may want to have a backup plan in place.
Amgen Tour of California picked the right weekend to start in Northern California. As the race moves south, the storm systems move in.
Chance of rain, even snow, in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/12/2019 - 9:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A change to the weather pattern for Lake Tahoe is expected next week as incoming low-pressure systems provide increased winds,
cooler temperatures, and wetter conditions.
There is even a chance of snow on Friday.
Drier air is pushing into the northern half of the forecast area on Monday with a shift to a wetter, cooler pattern on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Unsettled weather pattern brings sun, chance of rain and thunderstorms to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 9:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Showers and thunderstorms are expected Monday and Tuesday as low pressure moves into southern California, affecting the Lake Tahoe Basin. Unsettled weather continues next week with additional chances of showers and isolated afternoon thunderstorms. Temperatures will remain close to seasonal averages this week, and possibly becoming warmer than average by next week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
The forecast from NWS Reno:
Weekly South Lake Tahoe forecast: Cooler temperatures with a chance of rain
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/28/2019 - 7:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will be near normal Monday as a cold front moves through the Lake Tahoe Basin. Cooler temperatures and light rain are expected Tuesday before a warm-up occurs late week. Unsettled weather looks to make a return next weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 60. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night -Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday - A 20 percent chance of showers after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near
Sunny week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 7:11am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been a while since the forecast had nothing but sunshine in it, but that is what is ahead for the Lake Tahoe Basin next week! Due to the warming temperatures, watch for increased flow in area streams and rivers due to the snowmelt.
For Monday and Tuesday, the northerly flow that started over the weekend will persist but gradually weaken as high-pressure noses into the region. The northerly flow will still be rather gusty Tuesday morning across area ridges but should diminish through the day.
Another week of typical spring weather ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 5:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Ever-changing weather for the Lake Tahoe Basin is a normal spring pattern though most are hoping with more sun and less snow and rain. This week will be much of the same.
Active spring weather returns to start the new week with a pair of storms set to make impacts to most of the region. Gusty southwest winds, valley rain, and mountain snow are expected through Tuesday. Sunshine and warmer temperatures return for the second half of next week as high pressure moves in according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Unsettled weather continues for the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/07/2019 - 11:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The forecast is beginning to sound like a broken record - Rain, snow, sunshine, repeat. Mother Nature keeps sending us bits of everything in the Lake Tahoe forecasts. Never fear....at this point it looks like a week of sunshine coming soon!
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory, which is in effect from noon to 9:00 p.m. Monday. The advisory is for Tahoe, Donner, Fallen Leaf, Prosser, and Boca lakes. Winds will be from the southwest 15 to 20 mph, gusts to 40 mph. Waves on the lakes will be 1 to 3 feet.
Series of small weather systems heading to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 12:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A quick moving weather system will bring gusty winds, showers, and mountain snow to the Lake Tahoe region on Friday according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. This will fall on the heels of a smaller system on Thursday.
A bit of everything in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week ahead in the Lake Tahoe Basin will have some rain, a thunderstorm, snow, sun, and wind. It's almost like what Mark Twain once said: “If you don't like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes.” Just pull out New England and insert Lake Tahoe!
They all appear in the forecast this week as weak to moderate spring storms impact the region. The wettest periods look to be Tuesday and Friday Night into Saturday. Temperatures will be variable from day to day, but generally near to slightly
above normal for the first week of April.
Beautiful weekend forecast for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 10:16am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a long, snow-filled winter in Lake Tahoe and spring hasn't been much different. That is, until this weekend!
It is a storm-free weekend with sun forecast for both Saturday and Sunday. There is another wet system heading to Lake Tahoe Monday, but enjoy the sun and melting snow until then.
The forecast from the National Weather Service:
Today - Sunny, with a high near 46. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight - Mostly clear, with a low around 23. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Stormy week ahead for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 9:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dry weather and good travel conditions are on tap for Sunday before a series of storms move through the region this week. These storms
will bring periods of mountain snow, valley rain, and gusty winds. The greatest travel impacts will be overnight and during the early morning hours, however, the strongest storm may bring significant travel difficulties Tuesday night through Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
Road controls in place around Lake Tahoe and the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 7:55am
The Winter of 2019 just doesn't want to let spring make its entrance and another series of small storms will be in the Lake Tahoe and Sierra all week. Snow levels dropped about 500 feet lower than anticipated in heavier precipitation bands with snow currently falling down to 4000-4500 feet this morning.
1-6" of snow has fallen in the Sierra overnight and chain controls remain in effect as of the time of writing. While lighter snow will continue this morning,
Forecast: Rain and snow heading back to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/17/2019 - 5:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - After a long awaited break in a stormy weather pattern, unsettled weather returns to the Sierra this week. A storm will impact the region starting as early as Tuesday night, with the heaviest precipitation on Wednesday. Snow levels with this storm will hover above 6500 feet until Wednesday night when
South Lake Tahoe Forecast: Cold nights, sunny days ahead
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 3:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Getting a bit tired of heavy snow in the forecast? This week may brighten your spirit if so!
A weak trough moves through the Sierra Tuesday but for the remainder of the week, we are expecting dry conditions as high pressure develops near the west coast and builds inland.
Then we`re expecting a steady warming trend starting Thursday with light winds each day, leading to some valley inversions and limited mixing especially in the morning. Expect to see a 50F reading on the thermometer Sunday.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Rain and snow likely for much of the week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/03/2019 - 10:50am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The forecast for the Lake Tahoe Basin is beginning to sound like a broken record: rain, snow, repeat. Next week won't be much different as it will start off fairly quiet before the next storm heads into the region Tuesday night through Friday with periods of valley rain, mountain snow, and gusty winds.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno says the slushy snow we've been seeing at lake level could change and to expect colder conditions returning at the end of the week with snow possible at all elevations.
Wind and Winter Weather Advisories in place for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/01/2019 - 1:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In case you haven't had enough of winter weather yet there is more due for Lake Tahoe over the next seven days. The first couple days of meteorological spring will continue the active storm pattern we`ve seen in February according to the National Weather Service in Reno. Our next storm Saturday into Sunday will bring rain and snow impacts to the region.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Lake Wind Advisory until Friday night at 7:00 p.m. and a Winter Weather Advisory from midnight Friday to 6:00 p.m. Saturday.
