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

70°F°
Feels like 69°F°
MostlyClear
Today's High
62°F°
Today's Low
42°F°

Water Temperature

44°F
Updated: (May 7)
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Current water temperature for Lake Chelan is 44°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind8 mph W (Gust 17 mph)
Pressure
29.81 inHg
Visibility25 mi
Humidity32%
Cloud Cover30%

Forecast: Thursday, May 8

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
44°F°
10 AM
51°F°
1 PM
58°F°
4 PM
62°F°

Temperature

High
62°F°
Low
42°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

3mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
17mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed8 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise12:31 PM
Sunset3:24 AM
Moon PhasewaxingGibbous
Max UV Index6 (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)

7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

12:32 PM - 3:02 PM

Minor Times (Good)

11:11 PM - 12:41 AM

10:25 AM - 11:55 AM

Outlook for Thursday at Lake Chelan

Expect temperatures ranging from 42°F to 62°F. Skies look partly cloudy with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 3 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The maximum UV index will be 6 (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 7:00 AM and 12:32 PM, or try the minor windows near 11:11 PM and 10:25 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Lake Chelan.

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May 8th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
338 ft
Area
0 mi²
Coordinates
47.872, -120.195

Weather Forecast

Thursday

62°F
42°F

Friday

70°F
45°F

Saturday

67°F
49°F

Sunday

61°F
44°F

Monday

59°F
44°F

Tuesday

61°F
44°F

Wednesday

62°F
45°F

Thursday

61°F
44°F

Friday

56°F
44°F
Thursday - 5/8/2025
62°F
42°F
12am
51°F
44°F
29.96 hPa
8 mph
NW
G: 17 mph
2am
46°F
44°F
30.03 hPa
6 mph
WNW
G: 13 mph
4am
44°F
44°F
30.10 hPa
5 mph
WNW
G: 10 mph
6am
42°F
44°F
30.19 hPa
1 mph
WNW
G: 4 mph
8am
46°F
44°F
30.23 hPa
3 mph
WNW
G: 6 mph
10am
51°F
44°F
30.25 hPa
1 mph
N
G: 2 mph
12pm
57°F
44°F
30.24 hPa
2 mph
SE
G: 6 mph
2pm
60°F
44°F
30.20 hPa
4 mph
SSE
G: 9 mph
4pm
62°F
44°F
30.17 hPa
4 mph
SSE
G: 10 mph
6pm
62°F
44°F
30.14 hPa
5 mph
SSE
G: 8 mph
8pm
58°F
44°F
30.14 hPa
4 mph
S
G: 6 mph
10pm
53°F
44°F
30.16 hPa
1 mph
SW
G: 3 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 (+27°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: March → April (-17°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm05101520

Wind Direction

310°

Pressure

1015 mb

Cloud Cover

3%

Visibility

28 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

ThuFriSatSunMonTueWedThuFri0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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