--- title: FAQ: Moving Schedule, Seasons and Winter | O'Brien's url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/scheduling-and-winter/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/) - FAQ: Scheduling, seasons and winter moves # Questions about scheduling, seasons and winter moves O'Brien's generally books about 2 to 3 weeks ahead, so call as soon as you have a target date. Reno averages 5.2 inches of snow in January, and Truckee averages 43.6, so winter moves need a flexible plan. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Timing is the part of a move you control the most. The answers here cover how far ahead to call, how the Reno seasons change the work and what winter in the Sierra can do to a moving day. ## Booking ### How far ahead should I book a move? About 2 to 3 weeks is how far ahead O'Brien's generally books. A longer lead gives the estimator and the schedule more room. ### Can you move me this week? Call 775-359-6683 and ask. The office can say what the schedule allows, and the [short notice guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/last-minute-moves/) gives a plan. ### Do you move on weekends? Residential schedules follow the office week, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Commercial crews work evenings, weekends and holidays by arrangement. ## Seasons ### Which season is hottest for a Reno move? July, when NOAA normals put the Reno airport high at 93.9 F. Plan loading for the cooler morning hours and drink water on the job. ### How long does a local move take? It depends on the size of the home, the stairs and the packing. The estimator gives a projection after seeing the rooms. ### What month is easiest for a move? Spring and fall usually bring moderate temperatures. Month-by-month pages begin with [October](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-october/) and run through the year. ## Winter ### How much snow does Reno get in January? NOAA normals show 5.2 inches in January at the Reno airport, compared with 43.6 inches at the Truckee Ranger Station. ### Can winter weather change a moving day? Yes. Snow and chain controls can delay a trip over the Sierra, so keep a spare day in your plan. The [winter driving page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/winter-driving/) explains chain controls. ### Where can I check road conditions? Caltrans QuickMap covers California highways, and NDOT's Nevada Roads site covers Nevada. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [NOAA NCEI, U.S. Climate Normals 1991 to 2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals) - [Caltrans QuickMap](https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/) - [Nevada DOT, Nevada Roads](https://www.nvroads.com/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [The best time of year to move in Northern Nevada](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/best-time-to-move/) - [Moving in winter in the Sierra](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-winter/) - [How far ahead to book movers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-far-ahead-to-book-movers/) More questions ## Other question pages - [### FAQ: Estimates and pricing](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/estimates-and-pricing/) - [### FAQ: Valuation and claims](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/valuation-and-claims/) - [### FAQ: Packing and boxes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/packing-and-boxes/) - [### FAQ: Storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/storage/) - [### FAQ: Long-distance moves and Bekins](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/long-distance-and-bekins/) - [### FAQ: Moves inside Nevada and to California](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/nevada-and-california-moves/) - [### FAQ: Military moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/military-moves/) - [### FAQ: Commercial and FF&E](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/commercial-and-ffe/) - [### FAQ: Pianos, hot tubs and specialty items](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/specialty-items/) - [### FAQ: International moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/international/) - [### FAQ: Senior moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/senior-moves/) - [### FAQ: Moving to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/moving-to-reno/) - [### FAQ: Licenses and insurance](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/licenses-and-insurance/) - [### FAQ: Payment and paperwork](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/payment-and-paperwork/) - [### FAQ: Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/lake-tahoe-and-truckee/) ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) L Laurie I. September 28, 2025 The two employees showed up on time and were very polite and ready to work. Our quote was 8 hours and they finished in 5 hours. Office staff checked in prior to move and confirmed all details and check in after move to make sure everything was taken care of. Would use this company again for sure! ### Owner's reply Laurie, Thank you for the awesome review! We are glad to hear everything went smoothly, and you were satisfied with the service. We want to also thank you for your business we appreciate you! E Edward G. September 14, 2025 James and the crew were terrific. N Nicole B. June 25, 2025 The crew worked extremely hard and treated our belongings with care. Customer service was outstanding leading up to, during, and after move. Thank you! ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070