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
Lake Tahoe is 11 mi to the north-east, Nevada is 23 mi to the north-east, Reno is 43 mi to the north and Sacramento is 79 mi to the west.
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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 | 10:01 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 56°F (13°C) in Emerald Bay State Park with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 46°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - 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 Yosemite National Park, Half Dome, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Alcatraz Island.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Emerald Bay State Park today at 9.7/10. 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° | 0,4 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 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 35% and wind is 4 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 10:01 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 Yosemite National Park, Half Dome, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge and Kings Canyon National Park.
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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 September 20, 2026 at 10:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
