Big Sur vs South Lake Tahoe in September

South Lake Tahoe is the better pick in September — 95 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. South Lake Tahoe is nice, dry, clean air, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.

Big Sur vs South Lake Tahoe — September climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Big Sur🇺🇸 South Lake Tahoe
Comfort score87/100 (A)95/100 (S)
Feels-like high28°C20°C
Avg high / low27° / 13°22° / 8°
Rainfall5 mm14 mm
Rainy days12
Humidity72%49%
Air quality (AQI)3347

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Big Sur vs South Lake Tahoe in September — FAQ

Is September better in Big Sur or South Lake Tahoe?
South Lake Tahoe is the better pick in September — 95 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. South Lake Tahoe is nice, dry, clean air, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Big Sur vs South Lake Tahoe in September?
In September, Big Sur averages 27°C high / 13°C low with about 5 mm of rain; South Lake Tahoe averages 22°C high / 8°C low with about 14 mm.