Placer County (Lake Tahoe)
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Today weather in Placer County
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
13°
Patchy rain possible
A slightly cool ambiance awaits Placer County on today, with temperatures hovering between 1 °F in the morning and 12 °F in the afternoon. Gentle breezes are expected across Placer County Today, with speeds reaching around 10 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 87%, but with light accumulations around 3.98 mm. In addition, A few snowflakes might be spotted at a 4% chance. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
13° / 1°
Temp
1.44 cm
Snow
10 km/h
Wind
90%
Humidity
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Placer County hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 05:58 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 07:58 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 1.1° | 1.4° | 1.5° | 1.7° | 1.9° | 1.9° | Sunrise | 2.1° | 2.7° | 1.7° | 4.8° | 6.2° | 7.6° | 8.8° | 9.9° | 11.2° | 11.3° | 10.9° | 9.9° | 8.7° | 6.2° | Sunset | 4.5° | 3.7° | 3.2° | 2.5° | |
| wind speed | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 264° | 239° | 283° | 288° | 287° | 275° | 272° | 281° | 298° | 325° | 344° | 340° | 346° | 2° | 12° | 12° | 300° | 285° | 267° | 270° | 254° | 273° | 268° | 293° | |||
| wind direction | W | WSW | WNW | WNW | WNW | W | W | W | WNW | NW | NNW | NNW | NNW | N | NNE | NNE | WNW | WNW | W | W | WSW | W | W | WNW | |||
| Precipitation | 0.6 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.5 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 66% | 67% | 86% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 80% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 100% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 100% | 100% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 96% | 95% | 90% | 86% | 82% | 79% | 74% | 66% | 71% | 76% | 84% | 89% | 95% | 95% | 92% | 92% | |||
| dew point | 1° | 1° | 1.6° | 1.6° | 1.8° | 1.9° | 1.8° | 2.2° | 2.9° | 3.8° | 4.6° | 5.3° | 6.1° | 6.6° | 6.5° | 6.3° | 6.3° | 6.4° | 6.3° | 5.7° | 3° | 2.1° | 1.7° | 1.4° | |||
| visibility | 2 km | 2 km | 5 km | 0 km | 2 km | 2 km | 0 km | 0 km | 11 km | 2 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 79% | 73% | 77% | 83% | 74% | 70% | 85% | 86% | 81% | 75% | 19% | 63% | 49% | 28% | 26% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 2.3 | 5.4 | 6.5 | 5.9 | 5.4 | 3.9 | 2.3 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Placer County today
The weather in Placer County today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 13 °F, compared to an average of 5.5 °F for May 5th in recent years.
temperatures
13 °F
rain
4 mm
wind
10 km/h
UV
High
Placer County daylight overview ☀️
Today in Placer County, The sun rises at 05:58 and sets at 19:58, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 0 minutes.
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The weather today in Placer County - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Placer County?
The maximum temperature for today in Placer County is expected to be 13° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in Placer County? ❄️
Yes, there is a 4% chance of snow in Placer County today, with an expected snowfall of 1.44 cm cm. Prepare for snowy conditions and consider winter gear if you plan to be outdoors.
Will it rain today in Placer County? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 87% chance of rain in Placer County today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Placer County? 🌀
The wind in Placer County is expected to blow at 10 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Placer County today?
Given the forecast of 13 °F with a 87% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Placer County today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Placer County today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:58 and set at 19:58 in Placer County.
How accurate is the weather forecast Placer County today? ✅
Placer County weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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