Ozark Lake

Ozark Lake

Ozark, Franklin County, AR
17mi²
117.00ft
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Lake Information

Formed by the Ozark Jeta Taylor Lock & Dam in 1969 on a sweeping bend in the Arkansas River, both the lake and neighboring town got their name from the French – “Aux Arc” (pronounced Ozark) meaning the Big Bend. The surrounding public land is designated a State Wildlife Management Area. Containing about 10,600 acres of water Ozark Lake provides exceptional recreational adventure and outdoor fun within its 173-mile shoreline. Multi-species fishing is good year-round. Recreational facilities found nearby include picnic and camping amenities, RV Park, boat ramps, hiking trails, playground equipment, and overlook pavilion.

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Current Conditions

64°F°
Feels like 63°F°
Clear
Today's High
78°F°
Today's Low
60°F°

Water Temperature

66°F
Updated: (Apr 30)
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Current water temperature for Ozark Lake is 66°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind9 mph ESE (Gust 17 mph)
Pressure
29.71 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Humidity86%
Cloud Cover4%

Forecast: Thursday, May 1

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
60°F°
10 AM
66°F°
1 PM
74°F°
4 PM
78°F°

Temperature

High
78°F°
Low
60°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

5mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
18mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed11 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise11:23 AM
Sunset1:02 AM
Moon PhasewaxingCrescent
Max UV Index8 (Very High)

Solunar Fishing Forecast

Action Rating
2/5

Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)

Major Times (Best)

9:44 PM - 12:14 AM

8:41 AM - 11:11 AM

Minor Times (Good)

1:55 PM - 3:25 PM

5:00 AM - 5:00 AM

Outlook for Thursday at Ozark Lake

Expect temperatures ranging from 60°F to 78°F. Skies look mostly clear with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 5 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 18 mph. The maximum UV index will be 8 (Very High), so plan sun protection accordingly. For anglers, today's fishing action is rated 2/5 (Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). Look for the best bite times during the major periods around 9:44 PM and 8:41 AM, or try the minor windows near 1:55 PM and 5:00 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Ozark Lake.

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April 30th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
117 ft
Area
17 mi²
Coordinates
35.485, -93.816

Weather Forecast

Thursday

78°F
60°F

Friday

70°F
59°F

Saturday

70°F
53°F

Sunday

71°F
47°F

Monday

73°F
48°F

Tuesday

65°F
55°F

Wednesday

73°F
59°F

Thursday

71°F
58°F

Friday

74°F
56°F
Thursday - 5/1/2025
78°F
60°F
12am
63°F
66°F
29.82 hPa
5 mph
S
G: 15 mph
2am
62°F
66°F
29.82 hPa
2 mph
S
G: 12 mph
4am
61°F
66°F
29.82 hPa
1 mph
ESE
G: 4 mph
6am
60°F
66°F
29.85 hPa
2 mph
WNW
G: 5 mph
8am
62°F
66°F
29.89 hPa
4 mph
S
G: 7 mph
10am
66°F
66°F
29.91 hPa
6 mph
SW
G: 13 mph
12pm
73°F
66°F
29.91 hPa
8 mph
WSW
G: 14 mph
2pm
76°F
66°F
29.89 hPa
11 mph
W
G: 18 mph
4pm
78°F
66°F
29.87 hPa
11 mph
W
G: 18 mph
6pm
77°F
66°F
29.87 hPa
8 mph
W
G: 15 mph
8pm
72°F
66°F
29.87 hPa
3 mph
W
G: 6 mph
10pm
67°F
66°F
29.89 hPa
3 mph
N
G: 4 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Ozark Lake

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

35°F

On Jan 19

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

61°F

Typical temp during the Last 12 Months.

Temperature Trend: Last 12 Months

Surface temperature over the selected period.

Key Observations (Last 12 Months)

  • Warmest avg: August (84°F).
  • Coolest avg: January (40°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: April → May (+12°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: November → December (-14°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm05101520

Wind Direction

172°

Pressure

1010 mb

Cloud Cover

98%

Visibility

9 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

ThuFriSatSunMonTueWedThuFri0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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