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The linked gauge for Lake Tahoe reported 6.85 ft (relative to USBR Lake Tahoe Datum (gage datum: 6220.00 ft)) at its latest stored observation on Oct 9, 2026, on a falling 30-day trend (-0.39 ft).
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Local gage height: 6.85 ft · USBR Lake Tahoe Datum (gage datum: 6220.00 ft)
-0.39 ft net change over past 30 days
Lake is currently 2.3 ft below typical full pool (6229.1 ft)
Brisk (50–60°F) · Cold shock risk · Wetsuit recommended
UPPER TRUCKEE RV AT SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CA · Oct 9, 1:45 AM UTC
| Observation Date | Gage height (ft) | 24h Change | Approval Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 6.85 | 0.00 ft | Provisional |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 6.85 | -0.01 ft | Provisional |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | 6.86 | -0.01 ft | Provisional |
| Sun, Oct 4, 2026 | 6.87 | 0.00 ft | Provisional |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | 6.87 | 0.00 ft | Provisional |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | 6.87 | -0.01 ft | Provisional |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | 6.88 | -0.01 ft | Provisional |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | 6.89 | 0.00 ft | Provisional |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | 6.89 | -0.01 ft | Provisional |
| Mon, Sep 28, 2026 | 6.90 | -0.02 ft | Provisional |
| Sun, Sep 27, 2026 | 6.92 | -0.02 ft | Provisional |
| Sat, Sep 26, 2026 | 6.94 | -0.04 ft | Provisional |
| Fri, Sep 25, 2026 | 6.98 | 0.00 ft | Provisional |
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 | 6.98 | — | Provisional |
Current index calculated from verified local atmospheric, hydrographic & alert inputs.
Very Poor / Avoid for swimming (30/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the west-southwest. 0% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Measured water temperature 59°F from a representative gauge 11.2 mi away. Provisional data. Cold water hazard: thermal protection recommended below 60°F. Active moderate alert: Lake Wind Advisory. Water temperature is 59°F (below 60°F). Immersion requires thermal protection. Confidence is high (90%).