Buffalo Lake — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Buffalo Lake, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Buffalo Lake today is 13°C.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
⚠️ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 54°F (12°C) to 60°F (15°C). The water is significantly warmer, and swimming becomes possible for most people. However, caution may still be required for prolonged stays in the water, as extended exposure can cause discomfort. This is a suitable temperature range for short swims and for those accustomed to cooler water. For more comfortable swimming, it is recommended to use proper gear. It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart Over the Last 30 Days
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCT 5 | 15.4°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 6 | 15.5°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 7 | 14.4°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 8 | 14.3°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 9 | 14.8°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 10 | 13.5°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 11 | 13.2°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 12 | 13.1°C | 14.0°C | |
| OCT 13 | 14.0°C | 13.1°C | |
| OCT 14 | 14.0°C | 13.1°C | |
| OCT 15 | 14.0°C | 13.2°C | |
| OCT 16 | 14.0°C | 13.2°C | |
| OCT 17 | 14.0°C | 13.3°C | |
| OCT 18 | 14.0°C | 13.3°C | |
| OCT 19 | 14.0°C | 13.4°C |
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts to enhance accuracy.
Monthly Water Temperature Range (Min, Max & Average)
| Month | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C | 2°C | 4°C |
| February | 0°C | 4°C | 8°C |
| March | 0°C | 4°C | 7°C |
| April | 1°C | 8°C | 16°C |
| May | 9°C | 15°C | 21°C |
| June | 13°C | 18°C | 23°C |
| July | 20°C | 24°C | 29°C |
| August | 19°C | 25°C | 30°C |
| September | 14°C | 19°C | 24°C |
| October | 9°C | 14°C | 19°C |
| November | 4°C | 10°C | 15°C |
| December | 0°C | 2°C | 5°C |
Buffalo Lake: Water Temperature by Location
Buffalo Lake: Weather Forecast
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Location & Local Information
Buffalo Lake in Wisconsin follows a typical northern inland-lake temperature cycle. After ice-out in spring, surface temperatures commonly range from about 40–60°F (4–15°C) as the water slowly warms. By mid to late summer the surface often reaches comfortable levels around 68–80°F (20–27°C), with the warmest pockets sometimes climbing a few degrees higher on hot, calm days. Deeper water stays noticeably cooler year-round because of stratification and a thermocline, so temperatures below a few meters can be substantially lower than surface readings. In autumn the surface cools back into the 45–60°F (7–15°C) band, and in winter the lake generally sits at or near freezing, typically close to 32°F (0°C) beneath ice cover.
Swimming is generally possible and commonly practiced during the open-water season when surface temperatures are in the upper 60s to 70s°F (about 20–25°C), making short- to moderate-duration swims comfortable for many people. Local ordinances, beach facilities, water-quality advisories and the presence or absence of lifeguards determine whether formal swimming is officially allowed at a particular access point. Cooler spring and fall temperatures and the very cold, ice-covered winter months make swimming inadvisable then, both for comfort and safety, so checking current conditions and advisories before entering the water is recommended.