Cheney Reservoir

Cheney Reservoir

Cheney, Sedgwick County, KS
16mi²
431.00ft
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Lake Information

Cheney Reservoir stretches across three counties near the centre of Kansas. The 3,860 hectare lake sits at an elevation of 433 metres in the Great Plains area. The reservoir is located along the North Fork Ninnescah River, and was originally built for flood control and water supply. Today, it is also a popular spot for enjoying recreational activities. The Cheney State Park sits on both sides of the south end of the lake. The park is divided into two areas (the East Shore Area and the West Shore Area), both of which offer camping sites, boat ramps and swimming beaches.

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Current Conditions

60°F°
Feels like 58°F°
Clear
Today's High
72°F°
Today's Low
51°F°

Water Temperature

66°F
Updated: (May 7)
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Current water temperature for Cheney Reservoir is 66°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind10 mph NNE (Gust 15 mph)
Pressure
29.98 inHg
Visibility9 mi
Humidity82%
Cloud Cover1%

Forecast: Thursday, May 8

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
52°F°
10 AM
61°F°
1 PM
69°F°
4 PM
72°F°

Temperature

High
72°F°
Low
51°F°

Precipitation

Chance33%
Amount0.00"
Typerain

Wind

7mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
16mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed9 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise11:27 AM
Sunset1:28 AM
Moon PhasewaxingGibbous
Max UV Index7 (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)

5:00 AM - 5:00 AM

2:04 PM - 4:34 PM

Minor Times (Good)

9:31 PM - 11:01 PM

8:56 AM - 10:26 AM

Outlook for Thursday at Cheney Reservoir

Expect temperatures ranging from 51°F to 72°F. There's a 33% chance of rain, potentially bringing around 0.00" rain. Winds will be averaging 7 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The maximum UV index will be 7 (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 5:00 AM and 2:04 PM, or try the minor windows near 9:31 PM and 8:56 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Cheney Reservoir.

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May 7th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
431 ft
Area
16 mi²
Coordinates
37.742, -97.841

Weather Forecast

Thursday

72°F
51°F

Friday

76°F
53°F

Saturday

77°F
51°F

Sunday

77°F
51°F

Monday

77°F
53°F

Tuesday

81°F
57°F

Wednesday

89°F
64°F

Thursday

82°F
57°F

Friday

87°F
61°F
Thursday - 5/8/2025
72°F
51°F
12am
54°F
66°F
30.04 hPa
5 mph
NW
G: 6 mph
2am
52°F
66°F
30.06 hPa
6 mph
NW
G: 8 mph
4am
52°F
66°F
30.06 hPa
6 mph
NW
G: 9 mph
6am
52°F
66°F
30.07 hPa
8 mph
NW
G: 10 mph
8am
54°F
66°F
30.09 hPa
9 mph
NNW
G: 16 mph
10am
61°F
66°F
30.11 hPa
7 mph
N
G: 14 mph
12pm
67°F
66°F
30.09 hPa
6 mph
N
G: 14 mph
2pm
71°F
66°F
30.10 hPa
9 mph
NE
G: 14 mph
4pm
72°F
66°F
30.08 hPa
9 mph
NE
G: 15 mph
6pm
70°F
66°F
30.08 hPa
7 mph
NE
G: 13 mph
8pm
67°F
66°F
30.08 hPa
5 mph
NE
G: 7 mph
10pm
61°F
66°F
30.11 hPa
3 mph
NE
G: 4 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Cheney Reservoir

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

32°F

On Jan 5

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

55°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 (80°F).
  • Coolest avg: February (32°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: February → March (+14°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: September → October (-14°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm0481216

Wind Direction

320°

Pressure

1017 mb

Cloud Cover

38%

Visibility

9 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

ThuFriSatSunMonTueWedThuFri0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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