--- title: Moving in December in Northern Nevada: Holidays and Winter url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-december/ 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](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/best-time-to-move/) - Moving in Reno in December # Moving in December in Northern Nevada 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. The sun is up only about 9.4 hours, so a December move is a short, cold day that needs a plan around the holidays. 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/) ## December in Reno by the numbers - Average high / low 47 F / 26 F - Precipitation 1.1 in - Snowfall 5.2 in - Days at or below freezing 27 - Days at 90 F or hotter 0 - Sunrise / sunset mid-month (approx.) 7:12 / 16:36 Data (station Reno-Tahoe International Airport): [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals); [NOAA solar calculator equations (approximate)](https://gml.noaa.gov/grad/solcalc/). December has the shortest days of the year, and that fact drives everything: the sun sets at about 4:36 pm in mid-month and 4:38 pm at the winter solstice. It also has the holidays, school breaks and the first big Sierra storms. Plenty of people still move in December because of year-end closings and job starts. ## The shortest days On December 15 the sun rises at the warehouse at about 7:12 am and sets at about 4:36 pm. At the December solstice, daylight is 9.38 hours, the lowest of the year. A move that begins at 8 am has just over eight hours of usable light. Leave exterior lights on, clear snow and ice from the paths, and place mats or runners at the doors to protect floors. ## Weather by the numbers Reno records 26.6 days at or below freezing, 1.1 inches of precipitation and 5.2 inches of snow in the normals. Truckee is far colder, with a 40.5 F high, a 15.0 F low and 44.2 inches of snow, and Tahoe City averages 36.2 inches. For a Tahoe move, plan on snow berms, tight driveways and chain controls. Check Caltrans and Nevada 511 before you leave, and keep the delivery phone number with you. ## School breaks and the holidays Many families move during winter break, when children are out of school. Washoe County School District publishes its calendar online, so check the exact dates for your school. Year-end lease endings and January 1 job starts also put pressure on the last two weeks of the month. Ask for your estimate early in November for a mid-December date, and avoid the days right around Christmas and New Year unless your timing is firm. ## Holiday decorations and gifts - Pack ornaments in dividers and mark the carton Fragile, Tree. - Keep lights and the tree stand in the last carton in and the first carton out. - Hold gifts in your own vehicle; surprises are easier that way. - Take down wreaths and outdoor lights before the crew arrives. - See the [8-week moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-checklist/) for timing. ### 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) - [Caltrans, Chain Controls](https://dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-driving-tips/chain-controls) - [Washoe County School District, 2026-2027 calendars](https://www.washoeschools.net/directory/student-enrollment-and-records/school-calendars/upcoming-approved-2026-2027-school-year-calendars) ### 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 - [Moving in Reno in November](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-november/) - [Moving in Reno in January](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-january/) - [Moving in winter in the Sierra](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-winter/) - [The 8-week moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-checklist/) Moving month by month ## Read next - [Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in winter](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-winter/) - [Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in spring](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-spring/) - [Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in summer](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-summer/) - [Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee in fall](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-at-lake-tahoe-in-fall/) - [Moving in Reno in January](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-january/) - [Moving in Reno in February](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-february/) - [Moving in Reno in March](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-march/) - [Moving in Reno in April](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-april/) 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/). ### How short are the days in December? Mid-December has about 9.4 hours of daylight, with sunrise near 7:12 am and sunset near 4:36 pm. ### How cold is a December morning in Reno? The average low is 25.7 F, and 26.6 mornings a month are at or below freezing. ### Can I move in the week before Christmas? Yes, with early booking. Ask your estimator which days are open. ## 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) R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. J Judy H. April 7, 2026 I was so satisfied and impressed with O'Brien. My move went perfectly. If I have another move, it will be O'Brien for sure!! ### Owner's reply WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THE MOVE WENT SO WELL!!!! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to let us know. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? 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