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Don Pedro Reservoir is one of the reservoirs LakeRadar tracks in California. At around 12,960 acres (about 20 square miles), it is a large waterbody. Below you will find an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. If you are planning a trip, Cherry Lake, Beardsley Lake, and Camanche Reservoir are also nearby. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Don Pedro Reservoir so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 2:50 AM PDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best good fishing window, averaging 89/100 across these hours. Wind 6 mph from the southeast. Measured water temperature 55°F from a representative gauge 4.2 mi away. Provisional data. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 75° | 75° | 74° | 73° | 72° | 71° | 73° | 76° | 81° | 83° | 84° | 86° | 87° | 89° | 88° | 88° | 87° | 83° | 79° | 76° | 75° | 73° | 72° | 71° |
| Wind (kts) | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Direction | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | SE | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | W | W | W | NW | N | NW | S | — | SE | S |
| Gusts (kts) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 4% | 3% | 4% | 3% | 2% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 2 AM PDT | 75°F | 2 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 0% | 3% | Clear |
| Fri, 3 AM PDT | 75°F | 3 mph ENE (68°) | 5 mph | 0% | 3% | Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM PDT | 74°F | 3 mph ENE (68°) | 5 mph | 0% | 5% | Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM PDT | 73°F | 3 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 0% | 3% | Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM PDT | 72°F | 3 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM PDT | 71°F | 3 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM PDT | 73°F | 3 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM PDT | 76°F | 2 mph SE (135°) | 5 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM PDT | 81°F | 3 mph SSW (203°) | 6 mph | 0% | 0% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM PDT | 83°F | 5 mph SSW (203°) | 9 mph | 1% | 1% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM PDT | 84°F | 6 mph SSW (203°) | 12 mph | 1% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM PDT | 86°F | 6 mph SW (225°) | 13 mph | 1% | 1% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM PDT | 87°F | 7 mph SW (225°) | 14 mph | 1% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM PDT | 89°F | 6 mph SW (225°) | 14 mph | 1% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM PDT | 88°F | 7 mph WSW (248°) | 14 mph | 1% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM PDT | 88°F | 7 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 2% | 28% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM PDT | 87°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 2% | 21% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 7 PM PDT | 83°F | 2 mph WNW (293°) | 5 mph | 2% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 8 PM PDT | 79°F | 2 mph NNW (338°) | 5 mph | 3% | 23% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 9 PM PDT | 76°F | 1 mph NW (315°) | 4 mph | 4% | 22% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 10 PM PDT | 75°F | 1 mph S (180°) | 4 mph | 3% | 20% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 11 PM PDT | 73°F | Calm | 2 mph | 4% | 7% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 12 AM PDT | 72°F | 2 mph SE (135°) | 6 mph | 3% | 12% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 1 AM PDT | 71°F | 5 mph SSE (158°) | 9 mph | 2% | 17% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 2 AM PDT | 70°F | 6 mph SSE (158°) | 12 mph | 2% | 15% | Mostly Clear |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Overnight October 9, 2026 | Friday October 9, 2026 | Friday Night October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 71° | 90° | 64° | 77° | 55° | 65° | 53° | 63° | 51° | 68° | 52° | 71° | 55° | 77° |
| Wind | ENE 3 mph | SSW 2 to 7 mph | SW 0 to 7 mph | S 6 to 12 mph | SSW 1 to 10 mph | S 6 to 9 mph | SSE 2 to 12 mph | SSE 6 to 14 mph | ENE 2 to 6 mph | NW 3 to 9 mph | NNE 2 to 9 mph | WNW 2 to 7 mph | NNE 2 to 7 mph | WNW 6 mph |
| Gusts | 5 mph | 14 mph | 12 mph | 24 mph | 22 mph | 20 mph | 22 mph | 23 mph | 12 mph | 17 mph | 17 mph | 13 mph | 13 mph | 7 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 2% | 4% | 1% | 2% | 6% | 35% | 35% | 6% | 3% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Forecast |
TUOLUMNE R BL LAGRANGE DAM NR LAGRANGE CA · Oct 8, 8:00 PM UTC
Good for fishing (82/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 2 mph from the east. Measured water temperature 55°F from a representative gauge 4.2 mi away. Provisional data. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (72%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (99/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 2 mph from the east. Gusts to 5 mph. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for sailing (71/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 3 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. No active official alerts for this lake. Working against it: Wind 2 mph is light; expect limited sailing. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Fair for kayaking (74/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 2 mph from the east. Gusts to 5 mph. Water temperature is 55°F (combined air+water: 130°F). Cold shock hazard: sudden immersion below 55°F poses serious risk. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 55°F. Cold shock reflex presents an immediate drowning risk.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of CA Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
As a prominent feature of CA's hydrographic network, Don Pedro Reservoir provides rewarding recreation for both motorized craft and paddleboarders. Its channels and bays offer shelter from prevailing winds and fertile habitat for regional sportfish. Review state fishing license requirements and local launch regulations before putting in.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is required for anglers age 16+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Mandatory Clean, Drain & Dry inspection. Out-of-area craft require on-site Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS Quagga/Zebra) inspection or decontamination before launch. USCG life jackets required for all.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Sacramento Pikeminnow, Rainbow Trout. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Mild year-round outdoor climate. Uncrowded waters, active winter bass and crappie fishing, and open year-round boat launch access.
NWS API Web Service · License: U.S. Government work · Attribution: Data provided by the National Weather Service (api.weather.gov)
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Don Pedro Reservoir is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 2:50 AM PDT