Lake Chelan

Lake Chelan

Chelan, Chelan, WA
0mi²
338.00ft
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Lake Information

Another paradise on earth, situated in the state of Washington and representing its largest natural water basin, is Lake Chelan. Although it resembles a fairytale in the winter when it is covered in snow, the lake is best suitable for boating adventures in the late spring, summer, and early autumn months. Comprising of the two main basins, the Wapato and the Lucerne Basin, it is a waterway to the North Cascades National Park. Lake Chelan is a watersports heaven. Available for rent are not only boats — big and small, simple and luxurious — but also all the gear that would add up to the perfect experience — kayaks, water skis, snorkeling and scuba-diving gear, paddle boards, and more.

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Current Conditions

69°F°
Feels like 68°F°
MostlyCloudy
Today's High
72°F°
Today's Low
47°F°

Water Temperature

42°F
Updated: (May 6)
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Current water temperature for Lake Chelan is 42°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind4 mph SSE (Gust 8 mph)
Pressure
29.96 inHg
Visibility37 mi
Humidity22%
Cloud Cover82%

Forecast: Wednesday, May 7

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
51°F°
10 AM
60°F°
1 PM
69°F°
4 PM
72°F°

Temperature

High
72°F°
Low
47°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

5mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
22mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed12 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise12:33 PM
Sunset3:22 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)

4:21 AM - 6:51 AM

11:53 AM - 2:23 PM

Minor Times (Good)

10:04 PM - 11:34 PM

10:11 AM - 11:41 AM

Outlook for Wednesday at Lake Chelan

Expect temperatures ranging from 47°F to 72°F. Skies look partly cloudy with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 5 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 22 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 4:21 AM and 11:53 AM, or try the minor windows near 10:04 PM and 10:11 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Lake Chelan.

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May 7th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
338 ft
Area
0 mi²
Coordinates
47.872, -120.195

Weather Forecast

Wednesday

72°F
47°F

Thursday

62°F
40°F

Friday

69°F
45°F

Saturday

63°F
47°F

Sunday

58°F
42°F

Monday

56°F
41°F

Tuesday

59°F
42°F

Wednesday

57°F
41°F

Thursday

59°F
42°F
Wednesday - 5/7/2025
72°F
47°F
12am
53°F
42°F
29.92 hPa
2 mph
WSW
G: 4 mph
2am
50°F
42°F
29.92 hPa
2 mph
W
G: 4 mph
4am
48°F
42°F
29.90 hPa
2 mph
W
G: 4 mph
6am
47°F
42°F
29.90 hPa
1 mph
WSW
G: 4 mph
8am
55°F
42°F
29.89 hPa
1 mph
SSW
G: 4 mph
10am
60°F
42°F
29.88 hPa
2 mph
SSE
G: 6 mph
12pm
67°F
42°F
29.87 hPa
3 mph
S
G: 10 mph
2pm
71°F
42°F
29.84 hPa
5 mph
SSW
G: 13 mph
4pm
72°F
42°F
29.81 hPa
6 mph
SW
G: 15 mph
6pm
66°F
42°F
29.83 hPa
12 mph
W
G: 22 mph
8pm
59°F
42°F
29.86 hPa
10 mph
WNW
G: 20 mph
10pm
54°F
42°F
29.93 hPa
9 mph
WNW
G: 19 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Lake Chelan

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

37°F

On Jan 3

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

54°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 (70°F).
  • Coolest avg: January (39°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: February → March (+26°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: March → April (-17°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm06121824

Wind Direction

250°

Pressure

1013 mb

Cloud Cover

36%

Visibility

30 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

WedThuFriSatSunMonTueWedThu0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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