Reno features a steppe climate, with low rainfall year-round and
light snowfall in winter. Most of the city's rain falls in winter
and spring, but summer thunderstorms are possible. Like most of
northwestern Nevada, Reno is a windy city. In summer, between June
and August, temperatures range widely, averaging between 52°F
(11°C) and 92°F (33°C). In winter, between December and February,
temperatures are more predictable, averaging between 25°F (-4°C)
and 51°F (11°C).
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Location: The airport is just five miles (8km) south of downtown
Reno.
Time: GMT -8 (GMT -7 from mid-March to the first Sunday
in November).
Getting to the city:
The RTC Ride runs between the airport and downtown Reno. The
pick-up zone is at the north end near the baggage claim area. Route
19 operates to and from the airport on weekdays. Taxis are also
available from the same area and the ride into town takes just ten
minutes.
Car Rental:
On-site car rental operators include Alamo, Avis, Budget,
Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless and Thrifty.
Airport Taxis:
Airport taxis can be found just outside the baggage claim area.
The trip into town takes 10 minutes.
Facilities:
Facilities at Reno-Tahoe International Airport include ATMs,
mail-drop boxes, luggage trolleys, gaming machines, a pet relief
area, souvenir shops, newsstands, as well as a range of restaurants
and snack bars.
Parking
Short-term parking is charged at $1 for the first 30 minutes, $2
for the first hour and $1 per hour thereafter, up to $24 per day.
Long-term rates are similar, but the daily rate is $14. Parking is
located opposite the terminal.
Getting around the small city of Reno is easy, whether it is on
foot, by bicycle, by rental car, or using public transport. There
are numerous fixed bus routes in the city, with most major casinos
boasting bus stops, and it is possible to get around Reno solely by
public transport. Car hire companies and taxi companies also
service the city in droves.