Reno Weather Forecast
Reno weather: 82°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Reno weather in August
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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).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Reno compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Reno.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe | 32 mi | 48°F | 38°F cooler | 26 in |
| Lake Tahoe | 32 mi | 48°F | 38°F cooler | 26 in |
| Emerald Bay State Park | 43 mi | 47°F | 40°F cooler | 34 in |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 108 mi | 44°F | 42°F cooler | 47 in |
| Sacramento | 111 mi | 63°F | +41°F warmer | 27 in |
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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 82°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 25% and wind is 17 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 11:56 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 11:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
