Cleveland, OH Lake Erie Conditions
Live water temperature, waves, and wind for Cleveland Harbor and Edgewater.
Updated Sep 29, 1:35 AM ET · Source: NOAA & NWS
Cleveland offers Lake Erie's largest harbor, with public launches at Edgewater, East 55th Street, and Wendy Park. A long breakwall shelters the harbor, but the open water off downtown is exposed and can build quickly in a north wind.
Get real-time Lake Erie boating and fishing conditions for Cleveland, OH. Lake Erie Pulse pulls live readings from NOAA buoy Cleveland Crib and Edgewater and pairs them with the National Weather Service marine forecast for Cleveland Harbor and Edgewater, so you can check water temperature, wave height, and wind before you launch.
Waves 1 foot or less
Issued 927 PM EDT Mon Sep 28 2026
Cleveland, OH Marine Forecast
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Cleveland, OH Lake Erie Conditions FAQ
What is the Lake Erie water temperature at Cleveland, OH right now?
The latest Lake Erie water temperature near Cleveland, OH is 69°F, measured at the Cleveland Crib buoy (NOAA station 45176).
How high are the waves at Cleveland, OH on Lake Erie today?
Current wave height near Cleveland, OH is 1 ft, with winds W (270°) at 8 kt. Always check the NWS marine forecast before heading out.
Where does Lake Erie Pulse get conditions for Cleveland, OH?
Conditions for Cleveland, OH come directly from official sources: real-time NOAA NDBC buoy data (Cleveland Crib and Edgewater) and the National Weather Service marine forecast for zone LEZ146.
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How often are Lake Erie conditions updated?
Live buoy readings refresh about every 5 minutes and NWS forecasts every 15 minutes, pulled directly from NOAA and the National Weather Service.
Where does the Lake Erie water temperature and wave data come from?
From NOAA's nearshore NDBC buoy network along the lake (stations 45200–45208, plus 45176 and 45167), reported in real time.
What is a Small Craft Advisory on Lake Erie?
The National Weather Service issues a Small Craft Advisory when winds or waves are hazardous to small boats — typically sustained winds around 20–33 knots or waves of about 4 feet or more. Check the Alerts page before heading out.
Can I see conditions for my specific harbor?
Yes — pick your port for a dedicated page with live water temperature, waves, wind, and the marine forecast. Ports range from Toledo and Port Clinton in the west to Cleveland, Fairport, Ashtabula, and Erie, PA in the east.