Weather in Reno
What's the weather like in Reno?
Reno has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 7°C (44°F) in January to 33°C (92°F) in July, with overnight lows around -1°C (29°F) and 17°C (62°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Reno are May, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 39.530, -119.814
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | -1°C / 29°F | 80 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 9°C / 48°F | -1°C / 30°F | 66 mm | 7 | — |
| March | 12°C / 53°F | 1°C / 33°F | 58 mm | 9 | — |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 5 | — |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 8°C / 46°F | 30 mm | 7 | — |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 13°C / 56°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 33°C / 92°F | 17°C / 62°F | 9 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 17°C / 62°F | 8 mm | 2 | — |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 56°F | 15 mm | 3 | — |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 46°F | 36 mm | 3 | — |
| November | 11°C / 53°F | 2°C / 35°F | 32 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 6°C / 43°F | -2°C / 29°F | 76 mm | 8 | — |
Reno by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Reno?
The most comfortable months in Reno are usually May, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Reno?
July is typically the hottest month in Reno, averaging a high of 33°C (92°F).
What is the coldest month in Reno?
December is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (29°F).
Does it snow in Reno?
Snow is rare in Reno; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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