Edinboro Lake — Current Water Temperature, Annual Trends and Forecast
This page provides information on the current water temperature in Edinboro Lake, trends, monthly ranges and the forecast for the coming days.
Current Water Temperature
Water Temperature in Edinboro Lake today is 53°F.
Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast
❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 50°F (10°C) to 54°F (12°C). The water is slightly warmer, but still cool for most people. Swimming in such conditions is possible, but for most people, the time spent in the water should be limited to avoid hypothermia. Even experienced swimmers may feel discomfort if they stay in the water for too long. To improve comfort and safety, a wetsuit can be used. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAY 6 | 56°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 7 | 56°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 8 | 53°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 9 | 52°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 10 | 53°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 11 | 55°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 12 | 55°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 13 | 53°F | 61°F | |
| MAY 14 | 61°F | 53°F | |
| MAY 15 | 61°F | 54°F | |
| MAY 16 | 61°F | 54°F | |
| MAY 17 | 61°F | 55°F | |
| MAY 18 | 61°F | 55°F | |
| MAY 19 | 61°F | 55°F | |
| MAY 20 | 61°F | 56°F |
* 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 | 32°F | 38°F | 43°F |
| February | 32°F | 38°F | 45°F |
| March | 32°F | 38°F | 45°F |
| April | 41°F | 49°F | 59°F |
| May | 50°F | 61°F | 72°F |
| June | 63°F | 69°F | 75°F |
| July | 70°F | 75°F | 81°F |
| August | 68°F | 76°F | 84°F |
| September | 64°F | 71°F | 77°F |
| October | 55°F | 60°F | 64°F |
| November | 41°F | 51°F | 59°F |
| December | 34°F | 41°F | 46°F |
Edinboro Lake: Water Temperature by Location
Edinboro Lake: Weather Forecast
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Location & Local Information
Edinboro Lake in northwestern Pennsylvania experiences a clear seasonal cycle in surface water temperature. After ice-out in spring, surface temperatures typically range from about 40–60°F (4–16°C) as the lake slowly warms. By summer the surface often reaches roughly 68–78°F (20–26°C) on average during July and August, with warmer afternoons occasionally pushing readings a few degrees higher. In fall the surface cools back into the 50s–60s°F (10–16°C) before the lake approaches freezing in winter; surface temperatures then sit at or just above 32°F (0°C) where ice forms, and the water beneath ice remains near freezing, generally in the low 30s–mid 30s°F (0–3°C).
Recreational swimming is a common activity at Edinboro Lake during the warmer months and is generally permitted where there is public or private access. Local parks and shorelines see swimmers when surface temperatures are comfortable in summer, but conditions vary: there are not always staffed lifeguards, and water quality can change seasonally. Before entering the water it’s advisable to check for any local advisories about harmful algal blooms, bacterial counts, or safety notices, and to consider gradual acclimation given the lake’s spring and fall temperatures and possible cold-water layers below the surface.