Lake Union

Lake Union

Seattle, King County, WA
1mi²
1.00ft
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Lake Information

Lake Union is a freshwater lake located entirely within the city limits of Seattle, Washington, United States. It is a major part of the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The easternmost point of the lake is the Ship Canal Bridge, which carries Interstate 5 over the eastern arm of the lake and separates Lake Union from Portage Bay. Lake Union is the namesake of the neighborhoods located on its east and west shores: Eastlake and Westlake respectively. The northern shore of the lake is home to Gas Works Park. Notable features of the southern area of the lake—collectively known as the South Lake Union district—include Lake Union Park, Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI), and the Center for Wooden Boats. University of Washington campus frontage on Lake Union, 1919 The George Washington Memorial Bridge (also known as the Aurora Bridge) carries State Route 99 over the western arm of Lake Union. The Aurora Bridge is so named because it carries Aurora Ave N down the western side of the lake. Lake Union's westernmost point can be considered the Fremont Cut, which is located just west of the Aurora Bridge and is spanned by the Fremont Bridge. The Fremont Bridge carries Fremont Ave N between the neighborhoods of Fremont and Queen Anne and separates Lake Union from the rest of the Lake Washington Ship Canal to the west.

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Current Conditions

77°F°
Feels like 76°F°
Cloudy
Today's High
63°F°
Today's Low
48°F°

Water Temperature

55°F
Updated: (May 6)
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Current water temperature for Lake Union is 55°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind2 mph WSW (Gust 4 mph)
Pressure
29.92 inHg
Visibility39 mi
Humidity26%
Cloud Cover97%

Forecast: Wednesday, May 7

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
54°F°
10 AM
57°F°
1 PM
60°F°
4 PM
60°F°
11%

Temperature

High
63°F°
Low
48°F°

Precipitation

Chance36%
Amount0.12"
Typerain

Wind

4mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
17mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed8 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise12:42 PM
Sunset3:30 AM
Moon PhasewaxingGibbous
Max UV Index4 (Moderate)

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

11:44 AM - 2:14 PM

Minor Times (Good)

10:13 PM - 11:43 PM

10:20 AM - 11:50 AM

Outlook for Wednesday at Lake Union

Expect temperatures ranging from 48°F to 63°F. There's a 36% chance of rain, potentially bringing around 0.12" rain. Winds will be averaging 4 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The maximum UV index will be 4 (Moderate), 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 11:44 AM, or try the minor windows near 10:13 PM and 10:20 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Lake Union.

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May 7th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
1 ft
Area
1 mi²
Coordinates
47.636, -122.330

Weather Forecast

Wednesday

63°F
48°F

Thursday

61°F
45°F

Friday

66°F
47°F

Saturday

63°F
50°F

Sunday

59°F
48°F

Monday

59°F
46°F

Tuesday

62°F
48°F

Wednesday

60°F
46°F

Thursday

65°F
48°F
Wednesday - 5/7/2025
63°F
48°F
12am
58°F
55°F
29.89 hPa
3 mph
ENE
G: 7 mph
2am
56°F
55°F
29.90 hPa
2 mph
SE
G: 3 mph
4am
55°F
55°F
29.91 hPa
2 mph
E
G: 3 mph
6am
54°F
55°F
29.95 hPa
2 mph
S
G: 6 mph
8am
55°F
55°F
29.98 hPa
3 mph
S
G: 7 mph
10am
57°F
55°F
29.99 hPa
5 mph
S
G: 10 mph
12pm
58°F
55°F
29.98 hPa
5 mph
SSW
G: 11 mph
2pm
62°F
55°F
29.97 hPa
6 mph
SSW
G: 12 mph
4pm
60°F
55°F
29.97 hPa
7 mph
SSW
G: 14 mph
6pm
58°F
55°F
29.99 hPa
8 mph
SSW
G: 17 mph
8pm
55°F
55°F
30.05 hPa
6 mph
SSW
G: 14 mph
10pm
51°F
55°F
30.12 hPa
5 mph
SSE
G: 13 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Lake Union

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

36°F

On Jan 1

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

52°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 (75°F).
  • Coolest avg: January (42°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: June → July (+13°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: October → November (-12°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

Wind Direction

57°

Pressure

1012 mb

Cloud Cover

60%

Visibility

21 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

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