Reno Weather Forecast
Reno weather: 75°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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 75°F (24°C) in Reno with overcast. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 62°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is 5.9°F above the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Reno 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.
Active alerts for Reno
Red Flag Warning issued August 22 at 1:05AM PDT until August 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Issued by NWS Reno NV
Lake Wind Advisory issued August 21 at 11:22AM PDT until August 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Issued by NWS Reno NV
Weather in Reno right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:39 PM, Aug 22 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Reno
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 94° / 62° | 1% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 67° | 4% | 16 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 62° | 5% | 18 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 68° | 8% | 18 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 71° | 0% | 20 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 92° / 67° | 1% | 19 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 67° | 2% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 66° | 8% | 20 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 94° / 65° | 3% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☀️ Clear sky | 93° / 67° | 3% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 91° / 65° | 2% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 65° | 1% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 71° | 0% | 20 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☀️ Clear sky | 93° / 65° | 3% | 18 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 65° | 10% | 20 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 63° | 9% | 15 mph | 7 |
Climate in Reno 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 | 44° | 26° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 28° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 34° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 63° | 37° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 47° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 86° | 57° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 92° | 61° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 88° | 59° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 53° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 67° | 44° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 34° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 31° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Reno
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Air quality and pollen in Reno
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
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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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 75°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 21% and wind is 5 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 4:39 PM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 4:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
