--- title: February Moves in Northern Nevada: Snow and Presidents Day url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-february/ 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 February # Moving in February in Northern Nevada 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. The valley is workable most days, while the mountains are at their snowiest, so Truckee and Tahoe moves need the most care. 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/) ## February in Reno by the numbers - Average high / low 52 F / 29 F - Precipitation 1.03 in - Snowfall 5.2 in - Days at or below freezing 22 - Days at 90 F or hotter 0 - Sunrise / sunset mid-month (approx.) 6:53 / 17:34 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/). February is the month when the valley starts to feel milder while the Sierra is still deep in winter. Reno's airport normals show a high of 52.1 F, yet Truckee's ranger station averages 47.9 inches of snow in the same month, its snowiest of the year. That gap is the story of a February move in this region. ## A valley month and a mountain month In Reno and Sparks, February has about 7 days with measurable precipitation and 21.6 days at or below freezing, down from January. Mornings are still cold, and afternoons often reach the low fifties. That makes loading and unloading comfortable by midday, with icy patches in the early hours. At Truckee, the NOAA normals list a 44.5 F high and a 17.6 F low in February with 47.9 inches of snow. A house in Truckee or Tahoe City may have snow berms at the curb and a driveway that needs plowing before a truck can back in. Tell the estimator who clears the drive and where the snow is stacked. ## Light is returning The mid-February sunrise at the warehouse is about 6:53 am and the sunset about 5:34 pm, which is 10.7 hours of daylight and an hour more than mid-January. A crew has a longer window to finish a loaded trailer before dark. If your move is a full-day job, a larger share of it now happens in daylight, which helps with carrying furniture down icy steps. ## Holiday weekend planning Presidents Day gives some households a three-day weekend, and many people try to move then. Book that date early and ask your estimator for options, including a Friday or Tuesday date, which can be easier on parking and elevators. Apartment managers may limit moving hours, so ask for the rules in writing. ## Chains, passes and a storm plan - Look at Caltrans chain controls before heading over Donner Summit; R-1, R-2 and R-3 describe how much equipment is required. - Use Nevada 511 for Nevada roads, including Mount Rose Highway and US 395. - Keep a snow shovel, gloves and a flashlight in your own car, not on the truck. - Ask your estimator what happens if a storm closes a road: the written estimate sets your delivery window. - Consider [short-term storage between homes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/storage-between-moves/) if a closing date moves. ### 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) - [Nevada 511, road conditions](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 - [Moving in Reno in January](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-january/) - [Moving in Reno in March](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-march/) - [Moving in winter in the Sierra](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-winter/) - [Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/lake-tahoe-and-truckee/) Moving month by month ## Read next - [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/) - [Moving in Reno in May](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-may/) - [Moving in Reno in June](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-june/) - [Moving in Reno in July](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-july/) - [Moving in Reno in August](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-august/) - [Moving in Reno in September](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-september/) - [Moving in Reno in October](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-october/) 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 much snow does Reno get in February? NOAA's 1991 to 2020 normals list 5.2 inches at the airport, over about 3.3 days with measurable snow. ### Is February snowier in the mountains than in the valley? Yes. Truckee's ranger station averages 47.9 inches in February, far above Reno's 5.2 inches. ### Can I move over a mountain pass in February? Yes, with planning. Check chain controls and your delivery window, and keep your estimator informed about the destination. ## 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) J Jennifer C. August 3, 2023 Customer service, packers, and loaders were very responsive, professional, and did an overall great job. C Christy R. March 25, 2023 All of the above! Have used o'briens several times in the past and always had great timely service! ### Owner's reply Christy thank you so much, not just for the 5 star review but also for continuing to stay a O'Brien's Customer. We appreciate your repeat business and you know we love talking with you anytime! You know where to find us when you need us! J Jessica D. February 14, 2023 I have always had a really good experience with Obriens delivery service. I've been a girl scout volunteer for 6 years now and they are always very friendly and helpful. Thank you for all you do!! ### Owner's reply Jessica, thank you so much for the kind words. We love the Girl Scout cookie distribution time. It gives us the chance to interact with you ladies that are out there making a difference in our community every day! Thank you for everything you do. ## 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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