Weather Forecast for Lake Tahoe

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 7000 feet. At lake level, 1 to 3 inches. Wind gusts up to 35 mph at lake level, with gusts reaching up to 70 mph along the Sierra crest. Wave heights 1 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening commute as well as the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is a 15% chance for lightning through this evening, which may bring impacts to backcountry recreation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

* WHAT...Moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches above 6000 feet, and locally up 12-18 inches to over higher peaks. 1 to 3 inches of snow down to around 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 6000 feet. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Mountain travel could be very difficult this evening into Wednesday morning. Plan for travel delays and chain controls. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow expected this evening into Wednesday morning. Snow levels 6000 to 7000 feet today, falling to around 5500 feet Wednesday.

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could make travel difficult with delays and chain controls.

* WHAT...Light to Moderate snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches above 6000 feet, and locally up 6-10 inches to over higher peaks. 1 to 3 inches of snow down to around 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 6000 to 5500 feet today.

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could make travel difficult with delays and chain controls.