--- title: When to Move: Seasons, Weather and Timing in Reno url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/best-time-to-move/ 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 guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/) - The best time of year to move in Northern Nevada # When to move in Reno and Sparks In Reno the weather is easiest in spring and fall: July highs average 93.9 degrees with 23.9 days at 90 or above, while January lows average 26.1 degrees with 25.7 freezing mornings. Pick a date that suits your own deadlines first, then use the season, the day of the week and the Sierra passes to fine-tune it. 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/) No month is perfect, and most people move when a lease ends, a job starts or a house closes. Still, a few facts about Northern Nevada weather and calendars help you choose among your options, and plan around the rest. ## What the weather does month by month NOAA's 1991 to 2020 normals for Reno-Tahoe International Airport show a wide range. July is the warmest month, with an average high of 93.9 degrees and 23.9 days at or above 90. August follows at 92.1. January and December are the coldest, with average lows of 26.1 and 25.7 degrees, and more than 25 mornings a month at or below freezing. Snow at the airport averages 5.2 inches in each of December, January and February, and the Sierra receives far more. April and October fall between the extremes, with average highs of 64.7 and 70.4 degrees and few freezing mornings, which makes loading and unloading comfortable for crews and for stored furniture. ## Summer: long days, hot afternoons Summer gives you daylight and dry roads, and many people move in these months when school is out. The cost is heat, especially for loading in the afternoon, and a busier calendar. Ask for a morning start, keep water on hand and protect pets and plants. Wildfire smoke can arrive in late summer, so keep masks handy if you are working outside. ## Winter: shorter days, icy roads Winter moves are possible, and crews work in cold weather, but snow and ice on driveways and mountain roads add time. If your move crosses the Sierra, check the NV Roads website (nvroads.com) and the California road report, and allow a flexible window. Clear your driveway and steps, and keep a path from the door to the truck dry. ## Choosing the day and the month - Mid-month and mid-week dates may be easier to schedule than month-end weekends, when many leases turn over. - Book earlier for summer and for the last days of a month. - Leave a cushion between a closing and moving day. - If dates do not line up, [storage between moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/) bridges the gap. - For a long-distance move, remember the delivery spread (see [delivery spread](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/delivery-spread-explained/)). ## Planning backward from your date Whatever month you pick, start planning early. The [how far ahead to book guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-far-ahead-to-book-movers/) and the [moving timeline](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-timeline/) show the steps to work back from your date. Season-by-season details for Reno live on the [weather and climate](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/weather-and-climate/) page. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [NOAA NCEI, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals) - [National Weather Service, Reno](https://www.weather.gov/rev/) - [Nevada Department of Transportation, NV 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 - [How far ahead to book movers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-far-ahead-to-book-movers/) - [A moving timeline that works](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-timeline/) - [Peak season](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/glossary/peak-season/) ## In this section 16 - [### Moving in Reno in January January in Reno has a 47.7 F average high, a 26.1 F average low and 25.7 days a month at or below freezing, so plan around icy mornings and about 9.7 hours of daylight.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-january/) - [### Moving in Reno in February February in Reno averages 52.1 F for the high and 29.0 F for the low, with 1.03 inches of precipitation and 5.2 inches of snow.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-february/) - [### Moving in Reno in March March in Reno averages a 59.2 F high and a 34.0 F low, with 15.1 days at or below freezing and 2.9 inches of snow.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-march/) - [### Moving in Reno in April April in Reno averages a 64.7 F high and a 38.5 F low with only 0.44 inches of precipitation and 7.4 mornings at or below freezing.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-april/) - [### Moving in Reno in May May in Reno averages a 74.1 F high and a 46.6 F low, with only 0.7 mornings at or below freezing and 1.5 days at 90 F or hotter.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-may/) - [### Moving in Reno in June June in Reno averages an 84.6 F high and a 53.8 F low, with 10.2 days at 90 F or hotter and almost 15 hours of daylight at the solstice.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-june/) - [### Moving in Reno in July July is the hottest month in Reno, with an average high of 93.9 F, a 60.4 F average low and 23.9 days at 90 F or hotter.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-july/) - [### Moving in Reno in August August in Reno averages a 92.1 F high and a 58.1 F low, with 21.8 days at 90 F or hotter and 0.24 inches of rain.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-august/) - [### Moving in Reno in September September in Reno averages an 83.8 F high and a 50.3 F low, with 7.5 days at 90 F or hotter and only 0.21 inches of rain.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-september/) - [### Moving in Reno in October October in Reno averages a 70.4 F high and a 39.7 F low, with 5.4 mornings at or below freezing and 0.5 inches of precipitation.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-october/) - [### Moving in Reno in November November in Reno averages a 56.7 F high and a 31.0 F low, with 19.3 days at or below freezing and 1.8 inches of snow.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-november/) - [### Moving in Reno in December December in Reno averages a 46.7 F high and a 25.7 F low, with 26.6 days at or below freezing and 5.2 inches of snow.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-december/) - [### Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in winter Truckee's ranger station averages 135.7 inches of snow from December through February, with highs between 40.5 F and 44.5 F and lows between 15.0...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-winter/) - [### Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in spring Truckee's ranger station averages 54.8 inches of snow from March through May, falling from 32.2 inches in March to 18.5 in April and 4.1 in May...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-spring/) - [### Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in summer Truckee's summer highs average 74.8 F in June and 83.8 F in July and August, with lows of 35.8 F to 41.4 F and almost no snow.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-summer/) - [### Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in fall At Truckee the highs fall from 76.2 F in September to 64.6 F in October and 50.9 F in November, while snow climbs from 0.5 inches to 2.8 inches and then 11.9 inches.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-fall/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Which month is coldest in Reno? December and January, with average lows near 26 degrees at Reno-Tahoe International Airport. ### Is summer the busy season for movers? Many households move in summer, so book earlier. The glossary entry on peak season explains the term. ### Can I move in winter? Yes. Plan for shorter daylight, clear paths and a flexible window on mountain routes. ## 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