Due to its location, near the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Reno has a steppe climate or a semi-arid climate. The city of Reno promises its visitors a vacation filled with shopping, gambling, fine dining and other exciting excursions. The best time to visit the city is between April and May and October and November, when the weather is extremely pleasant. However, whether it is summer, winter, fall or spring, each season has something interesting for everyone. To make your holiday easier, we can compiled an extensive holiday planner for you:
Spring Holidays in Reno (March, April, May)
Spring is the best time to visit the city of Reno as the weather is very pleasant during this time and there are fewer tourists in the city. The climate is cooler but relatively mild as compared to summer and winter months.
Reno Average Spring Temperature
Average temperature ranges from 33.5 to 73.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Most rainfall occurs during this season and winters. Also, some thunderstorms can be seen during the month of April.
Clothes to Pack
- Linen Pants and Tops
- Cotton Sweatshirts
- Shorts and Skirts
- Half Sleeved or Sleeveless Tees and shirts
- Cropped jeans or lightweight jeans
Reno Spring Festivals
Reno Earth Day (April)
Reno Jazz Festival (April)
Cinco de Mayo in Reno (May)
Reno River Festival (May)
Summer Holiday in Reno (June, July, August)
Summer is the season of outdoor activities in the city of Reno. Due to its beautiful location, near Lake Tahoe, Reno gets majority of its tourists during this time. A number of summer outdoor recreational activities like sailing, windsurfing and more take place around here. Also, this is the season when a plethora of events and festivals take place. The city gets almost 300 days of sunshine each year.
Reno Average Summer Temperature
Average temperature ranges from 52.0 to 92.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Summer thunderstorms can be seen during this season.
Clothes To Pack
- Lightweight cottons and other natural fabrics
- Half sleeved shirts, t-shirts and tops
- Cotton pants, jeans, shorts and skirts
- Open toe shoes, sandals and flip flops
Reno Summer Festivals
Reno Rodeo (June)
Reno - Tahoe Odyssey (June)
Reno Is Artown (July)
Fourth of July in Reno (July)
Tour de Nez (July)
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (July)
Lake Tahoe Music Festival (July)
Hot August Nights (August)
Reno - Tahoe Open (August)
Western States Wild Horse & Burro Expo (August)
Fall Holiday in Reno (September, October, November)
The months between October and November are another great time to visit the city of Reno. This is because the weather is quite pleasant during this time and again fewer tourists can be expected in the city. This is also the time when the famous Reno Air Races take place.
Reno Average Fall Temperature
Average temperature ranges from 30.0 to 82.0 degrees Fahrenheit.
Clothes To Pack
- Long jeans, pants and skirts
- Full sleeved shirts, t-shirts and tops
- Closed shoes
- Linens and polyester clothes
Reno Fall Festivals
Street Vibrations (September)
Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off (September)
Great Reno Balloon Race (September)
Reno National Championship Air Races and Air Show (September)
Burning Man (September)
Nevada Day (October)
Eldorado Great Italian Festival (October)
Reno Celtic Celebration (October)
Winter Holiday in Reno (December, January, February)
With a myriad of attractions and events, there is nothing better than celebrating the great winter festivals in city of Reno. The city literally transforms into a magical center for tourists and visitors. Even though there are no famous annual events to take part in during winter season, there are a number of activities like ice-skating, skiing and other snow sports one can enjoy during this season.
Reno Average Fall Temperature
Average temperature ranges from 25.0 to 51.0 degrees Fahrenheit. Moderate to heavy snowfall can be observed during winters with rainfall.
Clothes To Pack
- Thick Woolens, jeans
- Sweaters, pullovers and jackets
- Full sleeved shirts, t-shirts and tops
- Closed shoes with warm woolen socks
- Mufflers, scarves and hats
