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The best time to visit Reno

Month-by-month climate averages for Reno, NV, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Reno is usually May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.

Reno is warmest in July (highs near 90°F) and coldest in December (lows around 25°F), with roughly 10 inches of precipitation across the year and January the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January, February and December.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Reno forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Reno weather by month

what to expect in Reno through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Reno's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Reno by season.

Jan
42°
27°
Cool
Wettest
Feb
43°
27°
Cool
Mar
51°
34°
Cool
Apr
59°
35°
Mild
May
69°
44°
Mild
Jun
79°
52°
Warm
Jul
90°
58°
Hot
Aug
87°
59°
Hot
Sep
78°
52°
Warm
Oct
66°
42°
Mild
Nov
50°
32°
Cool
Dec
40°
25°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Reno?
The most comfortable time to visit Reno is usually May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Reno?
July is the warmest month in Reno, averaging highs near 90°F.
What is the coldest month in Reno?
December is the coldest month in Reno, with lows around 25°F. Overnight frost is likely in January, February and December.
When is the rainy season in Reno?
The wettest month in Reno is usually January, out of roughly 10 inches of precipitation across the year.

Reno month by month