Toledo, OH Lake Erie Conditions

Live water temperature, waves, and wind for the western basin and Maumee Bay.

Updated Jun 29, 12:11 AM ET · Source: NOAA & NWS

Water Temp
74°F
Wave Height
0.7 ft
Wind
ESE (120°) at 4 kt

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

Toledo, OH Marine Forecast

Overnight
67°
Partly Cloudy
E 3 mph
Monday
90°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 2 to 9 mph
Monday Night
75°
Partly Cloudy
S 6 to 9 mph
Tuesday
97°
Sunny
SW 7 to 14 mph

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Toledo, OH Lake Erie Conditions FAQ

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

The latest Lake Erie water temperature near Toledo, OH is 74°F, measured at the Maumee Bay buoy (NOAA station 45200).

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

Current wave height near Toledo, OH is 0.7 ft, with winds ESE (120°) at 4 kt. Always check the NWS marine forecast before heading out.

Where does Lake Erie Pulse get conditions for Toledo, OH?

Conditions for Toledo, OH come directly from official sources: real-time NOAA NDBC buoy data (Maumee Bay) and the National Weather Service marine forecast for zone LEZ142.

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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.