When is the best time to go to Reno
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Reno, United States. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Reno
Reno weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Reno are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6°C | 33mm | 6.8hrs | 10.7hrs |
January is a reasonably dry month in Reno and the temperature is generally cold.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Reno for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
January is in the winter in Reno and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 7°C (44°F), whilst at night -7°C (20°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Reno with around 33mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9°C | 28mm | 7.8hrs | 11.7hrs |
February in Reno is generally dry with the temperature being cool.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Reno for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
February is in the winter in Reno and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 10°C (50°F), whilst at night -5°C (23°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Reno with around 28mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 22mm | 9.7hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in March in Reno is characteristically cool and dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Reno.
March is in the spring in Reno and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 12°C (54°F), whilst at night -2°C (28°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Reno with around 22mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15°C | 11mm | 11.4hrs | 14.1hrs |
Reno's weather in April is typically cool and dry in nature.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it a good time to visit Reno.
April is in the spring in Reno and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 16°C (62°F), whilst at night -0°C (32°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Reno with around 11mm 0.4 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.4 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 18mm | 12.6hrs | 15.3hrs |
May is a dry month in Reno and the temperature is generally mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Reno, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
May is in the spring in Reno and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 4°C (39°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Reno with around 18mm 0.7 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.6 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25°C | 12mm | 13.6hrs | 10.7hrs |
June is a dry month in Reno and the temperature is generally mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Reno, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
June is in the summer in Reno and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 27°C (81°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Reno with around 12mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 13.6 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29°C | 8mm | 14.3hrs | 11.7hrs |
July in Reno is generally very dry with the temperature being warm.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Reno, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.
July is in the summer in Reno and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 32°C (90°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Reno with around 8mm 0.3 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 14.3 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 8mm | 13.2hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in August in Reno is characteristically warm and very dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Reno, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.
August is in the summer in Reno and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 9°C (49°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Reno with around 8mm 0.3 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 13.2 hours of sunshine per day.
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23°C | 10mm | 12hrs | 14.1hrs |
Reno's weather in September is typically mild and dry in nature.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Reno, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
September is in the fall / autumn in Reno and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 26°C (78°F), whilst at night 5°C (41°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Reno with around 10mm 0.4 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12 hours of sunshine per day.
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18°C | 13mm | 10.1hrs | 15.3hrs |
October is a dry month in Reno and the temperature is generally mild.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Reno, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
October is in the fall / autumn in Reno and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 0°C (33°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Reno with around 13mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.1 hours of sunshine per day.
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10°C | 23mm | 7.4hrs | 10.7hrs |
The weather in November in Reno is characteristically cool and dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Reno.
November is in the fall / autumn in Reno and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 12°C (53°F), whilst at night -3°C (26°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Reno with around 23mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6°C | 32mm | 6.5hrs | 11.7hrs |
December in Reno is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cool.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Reno for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
December is in the winter in Reno and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 7°C (45°F), whilst at night -7°C (20°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Reno with around 32mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Reno weather stats
| Hottest month: | July | 31.7°C 89.1°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | July | 8mm 0.3ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 14.3hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 6.3°C 43.3°F |
| Wettest month: | January | 33mm 1.3ins |
| Warmest sea: | August | 15.8°C 60.4°F |
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