Lake Tahoe (CA)
December
Weather in Lake Tahoe, California for December 2025
Your guide to Lake Tahoe weather in December - trends and predictions
The climate of Lake Tahoe in December is quite snowy, averaging 15 snowy days.
According to Lake Tahoe snow forecast for December 2025, 10 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Friday, December 19.So far, December 2025 in Lake Tahoe is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.9 °F.
The forecast for the next days in Lake Tahoe predicts a temperature of 2.7 °F, which is cooler than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Lake Tahoe at the beginning of December is 7.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 0.1 °F by the end of December.
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15
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15
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5°/-3°
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12 km/h
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74 %
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Lake Tahoe Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Lake Tahoe
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December weather in Lake Tahoe day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Freezing fog | 7° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Light snow showers | 7° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Moderate snow | 7° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Mist | 9° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 |  Cloudy | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 |  Heavy snow | 8° /-1° | 4.4 mm | 2.8 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Heavy snow | 6° /-2° | 3.7 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Mist | 6° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 |  Overcast | 6° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Overcast | 11° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Sunny | 11° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Partly cloudy | 5° /-2° | 16.3 mm | 11.8 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Mist | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 54.5 mm | 11.6 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Sunny | 7° /-5° | 0.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Sunny | 7° /0° | 15.1 mm | 9.2 cm | |
| Dec. 17 |  Heavy rain | 7° /2° | 29.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Cloudy | 5° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Heavy rain | 4° /1° | 53.5 mm | 16.1 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Heavy rain | 6° /2° | 29.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Heavy rain | 5° /1° | 47.5 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Dec. 22 |  Moderate rain | 5° /0° | 5.6 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Moderate rain | 4° /0° | 11.1 mm | 7.3 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Heavy rain | 2° /0° | 41.9 mm | 27 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Heavy snow | -1° /-10° | 7.4 mm | 5.3 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Heavy snow | -1° /-12° | 2.5 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Freezing fog | 0° /-11° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Freezing fog | -1° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Heavy snow | 1° /-10° | 1.3 mm | 1 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Patchy moderate snow | 2° /-9° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light snow showers | 1° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lake Tahoe in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lake Tahoe forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lake Tahoe in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lake Tahoe during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lake Tahoe during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 385.5 mm is expected in Lake Tahoe during December, occurring over more than 1 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Lake Tahoe in December 2025?
Lake Tahoe experiences an average snowfall of 115.825 cm during December, occurring over 15 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lake Tahoe during December?
The average wind speed in Lake Tahoe during December is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Lake Tahoe snow forecast December 2025
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On average, Lake Tahoe sees 15 snowy days during December, with approximately 115.8 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Lake Tahoe
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Typically, Lake Tahoe has 1 rainy days in December with a total of 385.5 mm of rainfall.
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