March weather forecast
Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Upon the onset of March, Lake Tahoe witnesses an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. During the nights in March, Lake Tahoe observes an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Rainfall

Throughout March, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is 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 March, 35.2" (894mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Tahoe, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 190.83" (4847mm).

Daylight

In Lake Tahoe, the average length of the day in March 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.