Erie, PA Lake Erie Conditions

Live water temperature, waves, and wind for Erie, Presque Isle, and the eastern basin.

Updated Jun 28, 11:14 PM ET · Source: NOAA & NWS

Water Temp
72°F
Wave Height
0.7 ft
Wind
E (80°) at 6 kt

Get real-time Lake Erie boating and fishing conditions for Erie, PA. Lake Erie Pulse pulls live readings from NOAA buoy Erie, PA and pairs them with the National Weather Service marine forecast for Erie, Presque Isle, and the eastern basin, so you can check water temperature, wave height, and wind before you launch.

Erie, PA Marine Forecast

Tonight
66°
Partly Cloudy
E 3 mph
Monday
79°
Mostly Sunny
E 5 mph
Monday Night
74°
Partly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 3 to 9 mph
Tuesday
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
SW 9 mph

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Erie, PA Lake Erie Conditions FAQ

What is the Lake Erie water temperature at Erie, PA right now?

The latest Lake Erie water temperature near Erie, PA is 72°F, measured at the Erie, PA buoy (NOAA station 45167).

How high are the waves at Erie, PA on Lake Erie today?

Current wave height near Erie, PA is 0.7 ft, with winds E (80°) at 6 kt. Always check the NWS marine forecast before heading out.

Where does Lake Erie Pulse get conditions for Erie, PA?

Conditions for Erie, PA come directly from official sources: real-time NOAA NDBC buoy data (Erie, PA) and the National Weather Service marine forecast for zone LEZ149.

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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.