City in California

Current Local Time in Lake Tahoe

Current local time and time zone in Lake Tahoe, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 46°F now🕔 8:03 AM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 22.000

Current local time in Lake Tahoe

8:03 AM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now3:03 PM
Sunrise6:20 AM
Sunset7:45 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:20 AM
Sunset7:45 PM
Daylight13h 25m
Solar noon1:02 PM
Golden hour (am)6:20 AM - 7:20 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Blue hour (am)5:50 AM - 6:20 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 79%
Moonrise5:25 PM
Moonset1:45 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Lake Tahoe

TypeCity
StateCalifornia
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°5′48.5″N 120°1′56.6″W (39.0968, -120.0324)
Population22.000
Known forAlpine lake with ski and summer seasons
Local time8:03 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Lake Tahoe is a city in California. Lake Tahoe is known for Alpine lake with ski and summer seasons. It has a population of about 22.000.

Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in Lake Tahoe with clear sky. It feels like 36°F. Today runs from 41°F to 52°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Lake Tahoe is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 27°F.

The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 163 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay State Park, Yosemite National Park and Half Dome.

In plain terms. Today is much colder than average for August. The forecast high of 52°F is 24.7°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Lake Tahoe today at 9.8/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 39°5′48.5″N 120°1′56.6″W (39.0968, -120.0324)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Tahoe?

Lake Tahoe is a city in California. Its coordinates are 39.0968, -120.0324. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Lake Tahoe right now?

It is currently 46°F (8°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 48% and wind is 14 mph.

When is the best time to visit Lake Tahoe?

June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Tahoe, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Lake Tahoe in?

Lake Tahoe observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:03 AM.

How many people live in Lake Tahoe?

Lake Tahoe has a population of approximately 22.000.

What is the nearest airport to Lake Tahoe?

The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 163 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Lake Tahoe?

Popular options include Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay State Park, Yosemite National Park, Half Dome, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Alcatraz Island.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 8:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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