March weather forecast
Lake Tahoe, CA

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Weather in March

As sites all over Lake Tahoe thaw from winter, March carries an atmospheric transition towards spring. The weather variation from February to March is distinctive, with snowfall records diminishing significantly and temperatures starting to rise gently. By March, the region records an average of 35.2" (894mm) of snow, hinting at the dwindling winter season. This month mediates between the typically snowy winter and the approaching warmer temperatures, offering locals and visitors a feel of both seasons. March makes Lake Tahoe an ideal venue for those wanting to capture the last of the winter chills or amidst the early blossoms of spring.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in March, at a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C), reveals a modest deviation from February's 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average nighttime temperature in Lake Tahoe lowers to a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout March.

Rainfall

In Lake Tahoe, in March, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 31.46" (799mm) of rain is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Lake Tahoe. In Lake Tahoe, in March, 35.2" (894mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 190.83" (4847mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Lake Tahoe is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lake Tahoe in March?

In Lake Tahoe, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

How much does it rain in Lake Tahoe in March?

In Lake Tahoe, California, in March, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lake Tahoe in March?

In Lake Tahoe, in March, 35.2" (894mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Lake Tahoe?

In Lake Tahoe, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Lake Tahoe?

On the first day of March in Lake Tahoe, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Lake Tahoe?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lake Tahoe, California, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

Average temperature in March
Lake Tahoe, CA

Average temperature in March - Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°F).

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Average rainfall in March
Lake Tahoe, CA

Average rainfall in March - Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.3").

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Average snowfall in March
Lake Tahoe, CA

Average snowfall in March - Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 35.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (45.9").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average daylight in March
Lake Tahoe, CA

Average daylight in March - Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

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