City in Nevada

Reno Travel Guide

Reno travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.

☀️ 70°F now🕔 1:50 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September👥 270.000

Active alerts for Reno

⚠️Thu, Aug 20: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

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Summary

Reno is a city in Nevada. Reno is known for Casinos and Tahoe access. It has a population of about 270.000.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Reno with clear sky. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 59°F to 96°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Reno is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.

The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 191 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay State Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Yosemite National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is 7.4°F above the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Reno today at 9.9/10. 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.

Map of Reno

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 39°31′46.6″N 119°48′49.7″W (39.5296, -119.8138)

Weather in Reno right now

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70°F
Clear sky · feels like 66°F
Humidity28%
Wind1 mph SE
Gusts1 mph
UV index2.2 · Low
Cloud cover7%
Pressure863 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 47 mi
Air quality41 · Good
Sunrise6:16 AM
Sunset7:48 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 59%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:50 AM, Aug 21 local time.

⚠️Thu, Aug 20: extreme heat, 96°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Weekend outlook

Saturday, Aug 22

☁️ 91° / 69°

Overcast · 6% rain · wind 21 mph

Sunday, Aug 23

☁️ 92° / 67°

Overcast · 11% rain · wind 19 mph

Quick facts about Reno

TypeCity
StateNevada
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°31′46.6″N 119°48′49.7″W (39.5296, -119.8138)
Population270.000
Known forCasinos and Tahoe access
Local time1:50 AM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

Things to do in Reno

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Reno.

Best time to visit Reno

Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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November★★★☆☆
December★★★☆☆

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.

Airports near Reno

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
San Francisco International AirportSFO191 miSan Francisco

Explore Reno

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Reno?

Reno is a city in Nevada. Its coordinates are 39.5296, -119.8138. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Reno right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 28% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Reno?

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

What time zone is Reno in?

Reno observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 1:50 AM.

How many people live in Reno?

Reno has a population of approximately 270.000.

What is the nearest airport to Reno?

The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 191 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Reno?

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

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
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 21, 2026 at 1:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

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