Geography of Emerald Bay State Park
Geography of Emerald Bay State Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Emerald Bay State Park
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Coordinates: 38°57′15.1″N 120°6′36″W (38.9542, -120.11)
Quick facts about Emerald Bay State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°57′15.1″N 120°6′36″W (38.9542, -120.11) |
| Established | 1953 |
| Known for | a Tahoe bay with an island |
| Local time | 8:11 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Emerald Bay State Park is a state park in California. Emerald Bay State Park is known for a Tahoe bay with an island.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Emerald Bay State Park with clear sky. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 60°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Emerald Bay State Park is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. February, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 29°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 154 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Half Dome and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 3.4°F above the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Emerald Bay State Park today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Emerald Bay State Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 29° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 29° | 8,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 43° | 31° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 47° | 33° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 40° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 49° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 55° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 74° | 54° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 49° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 57° | 41° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 46° | 33° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 32° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Emerald Bay State Park?
Emerald Bay State Park is a state park in California. Its coordinates are 38.9542, -120.11. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Emerald Bay State Park right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 33% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Emerald Bay State Park?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Emerald Bay State Park, which has a temperate climate. February, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Emerald Bay State Park in?
Emerald Bay State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:11 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Emerald Bay State Park?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 154 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Emerald Bay State Park?
Popular options include Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Half Dome, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 8:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
