national weather service
PG&E cutting power to 70,000 Sierra Foothills customers due to fire danger
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/14/2018 - 8:04pm
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) is in emergency mode in extreme fire-risk areas in Butte, Sierra, Placer, Nevada, El Dorado, Amador, Plumas, Calaveras and Yuba counties due to Red Flag warnings by the National Weather Service. These shutoffs will affect about 70,000 customers.
South Lake Tahoe is served by Liberty Utilities and not part of the utility company's plan to start proactively shutting off power for safety as early as 5 p.m. Sunday and continuing through the evening.
Mostly sunny and mild forecast for South Lake Tahoe in week ahead
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/11/2018 - 9:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It looks like a prolonged quiet period of classic fall weather in South Lake Tahoe for the next 1-2 weeks with a couple of slight bumps in the road for parts of the Sierra.
A brush by of a cold front to the north could bring some gusty northeast winds and a recharge of cold air with widespread hard freezes looking likely for Monday and Tuesday mornings. South Lake Tahoe is forcast to be in the teens Sunday night, Monday morning.
Forecast from National Weather Service in Reno:
Friday - Sunny, with a high near 62. East wind around 5 mph.
Slight warming for South Lake Tahoe; Chance of rain in week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 9:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - On Sunday, a slight system will make its way through the
region, which will bring chances for light rain and mountain obscurations in the eastern Sierra. Gusty east-northeasterly winds as high as 60 kts are expected over the Sierra Sunday evening into Monday morning, as well as the possibility of mountaintop turbulence west of the Sierra crest.
After the cool temperatures, brisk north winds and drier conditions for the
remainder of weekend, temperatures will warm a few degrees early next week with overall drier conditions and lighter winds expected.
Ready for some rain and upper elevation snow in Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/30/2018 - 11:23am
An unsettled weather pattern and further cooling looks likely for the upcoming week in Lake Tahoe with the best chances for rain from Tuesday through Thursday.
The National Weather Service in Reno (NWS RENO), dry conditions will prevail today through most of Monday, with areas of mid-high level cloud cover especially on Monday ahead of the next low pressure system approaching the California coast. There is a complex weather scenario setting up for Tuesday-Wednesday
Fire Weather Watch Saturday in Lake Tahoe; Change in weather ahead
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/27/2018 - 1:07pm
A Fire Weather Watch remains in effect from Saturday, September 29 from noon to 8:00 p.m. Expect gusty winds and low humidity for the Lake Tahoe area. Winds will be from the south to southwest 15-25 mph with gusts to 40 mph in the valleys and on the slopes, gusts from 55 to 75 mph on the ridges.
Humidity will be 20-27 precent.
The combination of gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
First week of Fall to be a warm one in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/22/2018 - 11:14pm
Fall began at 6:54 p.m. Saturday, September 23, giving Earth a total of 12 hours and 8 mins of daylight. Temperatures were slightly above average with clear skies, much of what is in store for the Lake Tahoe, the Sierra and western Nevada this coming week.
All will remain dry through next week with warm afternoons and chilly mornings. Breezy afternoons are forecast this weekend, followed by several days of lighter winds.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Sunday - Sunny, with a high near 73. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
End of summer: Beautiful week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/15/2018 - 9:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Fall is just around the corner (it starts in one week) and the mild days and cooler nights are a sign of its arrival.
The red flag warnings and lake wind advisories have expired and winds will return to more typical afternoon breezes with temperatures near normal for mid-September.
Dry conditions prevail with near normal temperatures through next week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Sunday - Sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
High fire danger for Lake Tahoe and Western Nevada
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 4:38pm
There are extreme fire danger warnings up for Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada and Western Nevada starting on Tuesday, September 11 at 1:00 p.m.
The Lake Wind Advisory will run until 9:00 p.m. Tuesday. Winds will be from the Southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph. Wave heights will be from one to three feet with highest waves from mid-lake to east shores. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
improve.
Sunny and 80s to start the week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/01/2018 - 11:07pm
The weather has been beautiful in South Lake Tahoe over the Labor Day Weekend and more of the same is expected in the coming week.
Slight winds with mostly clear skies will prevail this week in South Lake Tahoe. There will be a couple of weak disturbances Monday and Tuesday, giving a chance for cumulus buildups over the mountains and possibly a stray afternoon thunderstorm over the southern Sierra around Mono County.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Sunday - Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.
Red Flag Warning - National fire danger rating system
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/30/2018 - 3:16pm
Over the last several months there has been a great deal of wildland fire activity around the region. Sadly, most fires are human-caused and completely preventable if the public would take the time to better understand conditions that are favorable for fire starts. Fire prevention is the key to keeping our communities and forests safe from wildfire.
Although fire season is now considered a year-round event, wildfires mostly occur in the late summer and early fall when temperatures are still high, humidity is low and vegetation that can feed a wildfire is extremely dry.
Windy around Lake Tahoe Sunday, mild week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/25/2018 - 11:05pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In the coming week, Lake Tahoe and Western Nevada will see temperatures near average with a few degrees of cooling possible for the early part of next week. Dry conditions and typical breezes are expected through Saturday evening with breezy winds and critical fire weather concerns increasing for Sunday as a dry trough approaches the region. No precipitation is expected for the next week.
Expect widespread haze from Northern California fires.
The forecast from the National Weather Service:
Mostly sunny with some haze from fires in the South Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/21/2018 - 2:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Dry weather will prevail for the upcoming week as temperatures ease down closer to average, with further cooling possible toward early next week. Typical afternoon and evening breezes are expected for the next few days.
There is some haze over Lake Tahoe today from the Mendocino Complex fire, with most of it staying at the north end.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
This Afternoon - Widespread haze. Sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Week of sunny, clear skies and highs in the 80s for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/14/2018 - 10:28pm
Widely scattered thunderstorms will be leaving the Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley Wednesday with no storms expected Thursday onward according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. There will be breezy and drier conditions Thursday and Friday will lead to cooler overnight lows this weekend and early next week.
Smoke from the Donnell Fire moved north along with the active weather pattern on Tuesday, resulting in the smell of smoke along with some areas of rain and thunder.
The NWS Forecast:
Wednesday - Sunny, with a high near 84. West wind around 5 mph.
Widespread haze and chance of thunderstorms in 7-day forecast for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 4:26pm
While staying above normal, temperatures will cool down slightly over the weekend and early next week, espcially in the record breaking areas of Reno and Carson City. Areas of smoke and haze will continue to degrade air quality, especially north and east of the Donnell Fire. There will be a slight chance of thunderstorms well south of Highway 50 this weekend with chances increasing and spreading farther north next week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Forecast: Haze and 80s in the seven-day forecast for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/08/2018 - 4:24pm
Smoke from California fires have plagued the Lake Tahoe Basin for a few weeks, and there is no relief in sight. Afternoon winds stoked the Donnell Fire Wednesday, pushing a large plume of smoke into the atmosphere and sending it right to Lake Tahoe and the Reno/Carson Valley area.
Update: Smoke continues to come to Lake Tahoe from fires in the west
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/07/2018 - 10:01pm
A number of fires across northern and eastern California continue to bring hazy conditions and degraded air quality to northeast California, the Sierra, and western Nevada. According to the National Weather Service in Reno, areas at greatest risk for unhealthy to very unhealthy air quality are from Sonora Pass to South Lake Tahoe and Carson City.
Smoke in Lake Tahoe Basin coming from Northern California fires
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 2:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Friday morning started off clear and sunny, but by mid-morning smoke from from several California fires filled the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The smoke Friday has been a combination of the Carr Fire, the Mendocino Complex fires (Ranch Fire and River Fire) and the two western El Dorado County fires according to the USFS office in South Lake Tahoe. The Whaleback Fire and Ferguson Fire are also burning north and south of the lake.
South Lake Tahoe had a warm July; Week of 80s ahead
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 9:58pm
When looking back at the month of July, each day's high temperatures in South Lake Tahoe were above average except for one, which was equal to the high. Even though July was a warm month, no record highs were set.
After such a warm month, August is starting out much the same.
Dry, warm week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/28/2018 - 7:50am
There will be widespread haze around Lake Tahoe this weekend as smoke from the Carr Fire near Redding and the Ferguson Fire near Yosemite comes into the Basin. Even with the resulting hazy skies, the air quality has remained in the "good" range with a current AQI of 15 on Saturday morning.
Prolonged heat will affect the region well into next week with highs above 100 degrees in Western Nevada and above 85 near the Sierra. There will be increased winds each afternoon and early evening Wednesday through Friday.
Forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Severe thunderstorm warning for Lake Tahoe, Douglas County, Alpine County Sunday evening
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 5:16pmThe National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for South Lake Tahoe, Meyers, Glenbrook, Alpine County, Place County, El Dorado County, Washoe County, Douglas County an Western Carson City from 6:06 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Sunday, July 22.
Radar has indicated a strong cell sitting over South Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay, bringing a chance of quarter size hail and wind gusts up to 60 mph. In heavy hit areas, expect hail damage to vehicles along with wind damage to roofs, siding, fencing and trees.
Another strong thunderstorm cell is above Kirkwood.
Flash flood watch for Lake Tahoe, Reno, Carson Valley and Mono County
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 8:42am
Smoke from the Ferguson Fire near Yosemite continues to move into the Lake Tahoe Basin. On Sunday, that smoke will be joined by clouds and a 50 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms starting after 12:00 p.m. and going into the evening.
On Saturday, hail and rain was very scattered, with people in the Kingsbury Grade and Heavenly Valley area seeing several minutes of a hail storm accompanied by heavy rain, with areas west of Ski Run Boulevard not seeing a drop of rain.
Flash flood warning in place for Douglas and Mono Counties
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 1:36pm
Thunderstorms are developing early this afternoon in Mono, Mineral and southern Lyon counties and heading towards Douglas County and Reno. Storms are expected to become stronger through the afternoon as they spread north.
Nickel size hail, frequent lightning, and wind gusts up to 50 mph will be possible with these storms. Localized flash flooding will also be possible, especially in steep terrain and over wildfire burn scars.
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for July 20 from 2:18 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Smoke continues to fill Lake Tahoe Basin: Chance of rain in forecast
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 10:53am
The Feguson fire burning west of Yosemite continues to send smoke into the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since starting on July 13, the fire has consumed 22,892 acres and containment remains at 7 percent. It is burning in steep, hard to access terrain.
Several areas around Highway 140 reamin under mandatory evacuations and evacuation advisories.
2,711 personnel, including firefighters from South Lake Tahoe, are currently engaged on the fire which includes 203 engines, 39 water tenders, 16 helicopters, 58 handcrews, and 41 dozers.
Smoke from the fire is expected for at least the next two days.
Widespread haze from Yosemite fire to be in Lake Tahoe basin another day
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/17/2018 - 10:18pm
The Ferguson Fire burning west of Yosemite has been the cause of widespread haze in the Lake Tahoe basin, with more expected on Wednesday.
So far, 12,525 acres have burned and the fire is five percent contained. There are road closures and evacuations in the area. Air quality could be degraded at times mainly south of Lake Tahoe, but make sure to check in the Airnow.gov for the latest air quality for your district.
Chance of thunderstorms return to Lake Tahoe next weekend
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/15/2018 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Smoke from the Ferguson Fire outside Yosemite is moved into Lake Tahoe and Carson City area today and more smoke is expected again early Monday. As of Sunday night, the fire has burned 4,310 acres and is two percent contained. An evacuation advisory is in place for the Western Yosemite area.
High pressure will build overhead and bring very hot conditions to Western Nevada Tuesday through Wednesday and warm conditions to the mountains. The high will
begin to move east on Thursday with thunderstorm chances increasing along with gradually cooling temperatures.
Temperatures rising; Chance of rain and thunderstorms next week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/06/2018 - 8:23pm
Above average temperatures return this weekend through next week with some areas at lower elevations reaching 100 degrees. We will see afternoon and evening breezes each day through Monday, with lighter winds for the rest of next week. There will be increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms by mid to late next week.
Temps will be in the 80s and above average but forecast highs are not going to be record breaking in South Lake Tahoe.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Stellar week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 6:20am
Heat will build through the weekend with afternoon highs returning to the 90s across the lower valleys with 80s in the Sierra. Winds will be light with high pressure over the region. North to northwest winds today will keep smoke from the Lions Fire along the Sierra Crest near and south of Mammoth Mountain according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Winds may be gusty during the Independence Day holiday. This may lead to
hazardous boating and fire weather conditions, exactly their impact will be known as the 4th gets closer.
South Lake Tahoe forecast: Windy Monday & Tuesday, highs 74-84 in week ahead
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/24/2018 - 8:48pm
Hot and dry weather continues with high temperatures around 10 degrees above average through Wednesday. Stronger afternoon breezes returning on Monday and persisting through much of next week. A cooling trend is expected with near average temperatures for the end of the week.
Forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Clear, with a low around 45. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Monday - Sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Monday Night - Clear, with a low around 45. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Warm days ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/21/2018 - 6:50pm
Hot weather continues into next week as high pressure keeps us in a dry air mass with high temperatures remaining above season averages according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno. High temperatures will remain 5-10 degrees above average through the weekend with peak heating expected early next week.
Relative humidity readings in the single digits can be found in many valley locations across western Nevada. A good day to see your laundry dry in record time
Windy weekend, chance of thunderstorms and cooler temps in Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 4:32pm
As the first day of summer approaches, Mother Nature is having some second thoughts. There i a Lake Wind Advisory in effect on Friday, June 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with winds from the southwest 15-20 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph.
Waves on Lake Tahoe will be 2-3 feet. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Cooler weekend with wind warnings, but watch for 80s next week!
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 7:30pm
Strong, gusty winds return to Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada, with a Lake Wind Advisory in effect most of the day Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Dry grass and gusty winds will create dangerous conditions for wildfire should a spark set them off....use care when outdoors as the fuels are ready.
Those heading out on Lake Tahoe and other area lakes need to be aware of hazardous boating conditions starting Friday, then going through Saturday. Remember to wear your personal flotation device at all times.
Sunny and warm forecast, but first.... windy and chance of thunderstorms
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 11:21pm
There is a Lake Wind Advisory up for Lake Tahoe for Wednesday, May 30, starting at noon and lasting until 9:00 p.m.
A cycle of pleasant mornings and thunderstorms with rain in the afternoons will possibly repeat for two more days. A low pressure is approaching the west coast. This low will move inland and bring gusty winds Wednesday and Thursday, along with some cooling and continued chances for showers and thunderstorms.
By Friday, generally dry conditions move in with a warming trend through the weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service:
Holiday weekend forecast: Winter weather advisory, rain and possible flooding
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 7:11am
Mother Nature must not want South Lake Tahoe to enjoy summer, quite yet. After a day of and night of thunder, lightning and rain, more is in the forecast.
There is a Winter Weather Advisory in effect until 5:00 a.m. Saturday morning, calling for snow above 8000 feet. 1-3" of snow with isolated areas seeing up to 6". Areas affected are Mt Rose, Carson, Ebbetts, Sonora and Tioga passes and high elevation hiking trails around the Lake Tahoe area, Alpine County and Mono County.
Rainy week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/13/2018 - 8:06pm
Low pressure remains over Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada through Tuesday. This will keep temperatures near average with chances for showers and a few thunderstorms. Another system will move into California and Nevada Wednesday continuing the chances for showers and thunderstorms through much of next week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then isolated showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Change to the weather pattern: Rain and thunderstorm in Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 7:53pm
Warm conditions will give way to much cooler temperatures Friday through the weekend as low pressure moves into northeast California and western Nevada. A cold front will produce stronger winds from the north on Friday which may result in areas of blowing dust, choppy lakes, and the potential for some fire weather concerns.
Did you love Sunday in South Lake Tahoe? Expect more of the same!
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 7:19pm
What a palette of color for the sunset Sunday! This was a great day to get out on the bike, work in the garden or do anything outside, and more of the same is ahead for a few days. Warm temperatures will remain in place through mid week with record highs and a few thunderstorms possible on Tuesday. Be prepared for breezy late afternoon and evening winds Tuesday and Wednesday. Cooler and breezy conditions are possible for the end
of the week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Finally: 70s in the South Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 6:58pm
A drying and warming trend begins today and lasts through Saturday with temperatures warming to well above average. A weak system is expected to bring an increase in clouds and minor breezes Sunday, with a few showers possible north of Susanville, but not down to Lake Tahoe. High pressure builds back in early next week with temperatures remaining well above average.
The forecast from the National Weather Service:
Tonight - Mostly clear, with a low around 30. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday - Sunny, with a high near 64. Calm wind.
Record highs in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday, snow in weekend forecast
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 8:53pm
There was a record high temperature of 71 degrees in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday, breaking the old record of 68 set in 2001. Thursday's forecast is a high of 68, and the record was 71 set in 1992. In true spring fashion, a chance of thunderstorms in the Sierra will last from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Thursday
The heat and sunny skies then go away and there is a chance of rain and snow Saturday through Tuesday, with the daily highs below average.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Sunny start to the week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/22/2018 - 10:12am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Beautiful weekend in South Lake Tahoe, and more of the same will go into the next few days with some change by the end of the week.
Much warmer temperatures are expected through next week with mainly dry conditions. A wave passing to the north Sunday will bring increased afternoon and evening winds. There is low pressure developing off the California coast will bring increasing chances for showers and a few thunderstorms from mid week into the weekend.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Another round of winter storms heading to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/13/2018 - 3:57pm
Raise your hand if you're ready for spring and and end to winter!
Mother Nature kept winter away from Lake Tahoe for much of the season, but now that the calendar says "spring" there has been snow in the forecast at least weekly.
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a forecast with four days with snow over the next seven days. High pressure will bring warmer temperatures Saturday across the region with temperatures to near 70 degrees in the western
Wind advisory up before snow hits the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 3:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A couple of fast-moving systems will produce gusty winds and periods of relatively light rain and snow through Thursday in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Much colder temperatures are expected on Thursday, then dry weather with a warming trend returns for Friday and Saturday. A system will bring wetter conditions starting Sunday, with colder conditions returning for Monday and Tuesday.
Lake Tahoe forecast: Two days of sun, then rain and snow return
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 11:48am
The famous blue skies of Lake Tahoe have returned, but just for two days as another west system heads in that will be bringing rain and snow.
As the rigorous trough leaves the Sierra, mild and dry conditions return, but are short lived as more storm systems are on the horizon. Gusty winds and light amounts of rain and snow are possible starting Tuesday and lasting into early
Thursday. Much colder temperatures develop by early Thursday. This will be a fast moving system with a limited moisture tap, but another one is due after next weekend.
Change in weather ahead for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/02/2018 - 8:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just as many were enjoying sunny skies and temps in the 50s and 60s, Mother Nature is sending a bit of change to the area this week.
Coming in from the west is a significant storm with gusty winds and heavy rains Friday through Sunday. The storm is a warm and wet one so there will be the potential for flooding along creeks, streams and rivers.
Monday will be back in the mid-50s.
From the National Weather Service in Reno:
Epic Lake Tahoe blue: Week's forecast shows mild and sunny days
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/28/2018 - 2:01pm
How can one ever tire of these beautiful views?
Mother Nature brought snow and rain last week, but this week it has been nothing but blue skies and sunshine! How long will this weather be around?
High pressure in control with warm and dry spring weather the next few days. Afternoon highs in 50s and almost 60, nightly lows in the low 30s.
One last stormy weekend in Lake Tahoe before a week of sunshine
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 1:34pm
It looks like just one more storm on the horizon for the Lake Tahoe area with A winter weather advisory in effect from 11:00 p.m. Friday, March 23 until 5:00 a.m. Sunday, March 25. Prior to that warning is a Lake Wind Advisory in effect until 11:00 p.m. Friday.
A break in precipitation is expected for most of today. Gusty winds develop this afternoon ahead of a couple fast-moving and colder storms that will move through with some snow for northeast California into northwest Nevada this weekend. A warmer and drier pattern is expected next week with temperatures trending above
Flood, wind, avalanche and storm warnings in place: 2 -5' of snow expected above 7500
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/21/2018 - 1:30pm
There are several warnings in place for South Lake Tahoe:
Avalanche Watch - The Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a backcountry avalanche watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area from 5:00 p.m. Wednesday to 7:00 a.m. Friday between Yuba Pass at the north and Ebbetts Pass to the south.
Two more weather systems heading to Lake Tahoe: Rain and snow expected
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/19/2018 - 10:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week is starting out beautiful: blue skies, great powder and mile temperatures, but it won't last long.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno, light valley rain and Sierra snow and rain will develop Tuesday and Tuesday night, with some travel impacts possible for Sierra and northeast California passes. A second system, which is much stronger, will bring lower valley rain, Sierra rain and snow, and gusty winds starting on Wednesday and continuing until a cold front moves through late Thursday into Friday morning.
Storm moves out of Lake Tahoe; Bigger one on the horizon
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/14/2018 - 7:58am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The current Winter Weather Advisory expires at 11:00 p.m. Wednesday, but the next one will be in effect from 5:00 p.m. Thursday, March 15 to 5:00 a.m. Saturday.
From the storm Wednesday, Sierra-at-Tahoe is reporting 9"-13" of new snow in the last 24 hours, 16" at Kirkwood, 12" at Heavenly, 12" at Squaw Valley, 11" at Northstar and " at 10" at Mt. Rose.
Winter Storm Watch in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday-Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/11/2018 - 5:10pm
Monday should be a beautiful Spring-like day across the region with highs reaching into the upper 60s across western Nevada and 50s in the Sierra.
There is a Winter Storm Warning in place for the Lake Tahoe Basin from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 until 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 14.
Windy day around Lake Tahoe Thursday, rain expected over the weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/08/2018 - 10:44am
Rain is headed to Lake Tahoe this weekend, but ahead of it will be the wind. There is a Lake Wind Advisory in effect until 4:00 p.m. Thursday with winds 15 mph to 25 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. Wave heights could be 2-3 feet from mid-lake to the north and east shores.
