Bass Lake

Bass Lake

Bass Lake, Madera County, CA
2mi²
1022.00ft
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Lake Information

Bass Lake in Madera County, California is a picturesque reservoir nestled amongst the pine trees and located just a short drive south of Yosemite National Park's south entrance. It's often compared to a smaller version of Lake Tahoe but with a unique appeal. At an elevation of only 3,400 feet/1,036 meters, the lake's surface waters become comfortably warm in the summer months, hovering around 75°F/24°C. The lake, spanning almost 5 miles/8 km in length, is a popular destination for water skiing, wakeboarding, and wave runners. It also boasts sheltered coves ideal for swimming, sailing, kayaking, and pedal boating. Boat and gear rentals are readily available. Fishing enthusiasts can bring their own gear or hire a local guide to catch bass, rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon, and other species. A California fishing license is required for anglers aged 16 and above. Visitors can explore the surrounding Sierra National Forest through dozens of trails on foot or by mountain bike. For a challenging workout with a rewarding view, take the 5-mile/8-km hike up to Goat Mountain Fire Lookout. Overall, Bass Lake offers a range of recreational activities and outdoor adventures for visitors to enjoy.

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Current Conditions

53°F°
Feels like 56°F°
PartlyCloudy
Today's High
66°F°
Today's Low
43°F°

Water Temperature

64°F
Updated: (Apr 26)
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Current water temperature for Bass Lake is 64°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind3 mph WNW (Gust 7 mph)
Pressure
30.04 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Humidity72%
Cloud Cover38%

Forecast: Tuesday, Apr 29

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
44°F°
10 AM
58°F°
1 PM
63°F°
4 PM
66°F°

Temperature

High
66°F°
Low
43°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

3mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
8mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed5 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise1:05 PM
Sunset2:46 AM
Moon PhasewaxingCrescent
Max UV Index8 (Very High)

Solunar Fishing Forecast

Action Rating
3/5

Todays action is rated a 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)

Major Times (Best)

9:24 PM - 11:54 PM

7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Minor Times (Good)

1:39 PM - 3:09 PM

5:17 AM - 6:47 AM

Outlook for Tuesday at Bass Lake

Expect temperatures ranging from 43°F to 66°F. Skies look mostly clear with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 3 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 8 mph. The maximum UV index will be 8 (Very High), so plan sun protection accordingly. For anglers, today's fishing action is rated 3/5 (Todays action is rated a 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). Look for the best bite times during the major periods around 9:24 PM and 7:00 AM, or try the minor windows near 1:39 PM and 5:17 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Bass Lake.

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April 29th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
1022 ft
Area
2 mi²
Coordinates
37.319, -119.558

Weather Forecast

Tuesday

66°F
43°F

Wednesday

65°F
51°F

Thursday

67°F
50°F

Friday

69°F
53°F

Saturday

54°F
43°F

Sunday

49°F
41°F

Monday

56°F
44°F

Tuesday

60°F
46°F

Wednesday

67°F
48°F
Tuesday - 4/29/2025
66°F
43°F
12am
46°F
64°F
30.12 hPa
3 mph
NE
G: 7 mph
2am
44°F
64°F
30.12 hPa
2 mph
NE
G: 6 mph
4am
43°F
64°F
30.11 hPa
3 mph
NNE
G: 5 mph
6am
43°F
64°F
30.10 hPa
3 mph
NNE
G: 5 mph
8am
50°F
64°F
30.08 hPa
1 mph
NNE
G: 5 mph
10am
58°F
64°F
30.06 hPa
2 mph
WSW
G: 5 mph
12pm
62°F
64°F
30.05 hPa
3 mph
WSW
G: 7 mph
2pm
64°F
64°F
30.03 hPa
4 mph
W
G: 8 mph
4pm
66°F
64°F
29.97 hPa
4 mph
W
G: 8 mph
6pm
63°F
64°F
29.97 hPa
4 mph
W
G: 6 mph
8pm
58°F
64°F
29.98 hPa
3 mph
NW
G: 5 mph
10pm
54°F
64°F
29.98 hPa
2 mph
NE
G: 4 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Bass Lake

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

43°F

On Apr 8

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

59°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: July (83°F).
  • Coolest avg: January (44°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: April → May (+16°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: September → October (-13°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

Wind Direction

36°

Pressure

1020 mb

Cloud Cover

2%

Visibility

14 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

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