Lake Sakakawea water temp
The swimming season in Lake Sakakawea lasts from July to August. During those months, Lake Sakakawea water temperature does not drop below 68°F and therefore suitable for comfortable swimming. The average water temperature in Lake Sakakawea in winter reaches 33.6°F, in spring 41.5°F, in summer the average temperature rises to 68.9°F, and in autumn it is 53.1°F.
Lake Sakakawea water temperature now
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Lake Sakakawea water temperature by month
These figures shows the average, minimum and maximum monthly water temperature in Lake Sakakawea. In addition to the table values, the graph below displays of changes average surface temperature during the year. Values are calculated based on the data over the past 10 years.
| Month | Avr | Min | Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.7°F | 32°F | 34.5°F | cold |
| February | 32.9°F | 32.9°F | 32.9°F | cold |
| March | 34.7°F | 32.5°F | 38.3°F | cold |
| April | 41.2°F | 33.8°F | 52°F | cold |
| May | 48.9°F | 40.6°F | 57.9°F | cold |
| June | 63°F | 56.7°F | 68.7°F | cold |
| July | 72.1°F | 66.2°F | 75°F | warm |
| August | 71.6°F | 66.2°F | 76.6°F | warm |
| September | 64.2°F | 55.6°F | 68.7°F | cold |
| October | 52°F | 42.8°F | 61.3°F | cold |
| November | 43°F | 34.5°F | 53.1°F | cold |
| December | 35.2°F | 32.4°F | 38.5°F | cold |
Chart monthly average water temperature in Lake Sakakawea
Current temperature and weather
Data in a table show Lake Sakakawea temperature today (September 5, 2025). For more information and forecast for a few days, go to the weather forecast Lake Sakakawea.
| 0-3 h | 3-6 h | 6-9 h | 9-12 h |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | | |
| 54°F | 51.8°F | 49.1°F | 50.7°F |
| 12-15 h | 15-18 h | 18-21 h | 21-24 h |
|---|---|---|---|
| |  | |
| 54.7°F | 57.2°F | 56.7°F | 53.6°F |
