Rain and cloudy days are scarce, with fewer than eight inches on average annually. More than half of the annual precipitation in Reno falls from December to March. Snow, however, is certain with an average of 23.5 inches per year, though it tends to melt by late afternoon in the valleys. Fog is rare and usually confined to the early morning hours of midwinter.
Snowfall: Annual Average Snowfall: just over 23 inches.
Winds: Winds range from 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph during storm periods
Dress: Sweaters and jackets are almost always necessary in the evenings. Winter means heavy jackets and warm boots and clothes, while summer days can be spent in shorts and t-shirts.
