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Fruitgrowers Reservoir sits in Colorado and is classified as a reservoir. Its recorded surface area is approximately 476 acres. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. Nearby alternatives include Blue Mesa Reservoir. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Fruitgrowers Reservoir so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 8:12 AM MDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Fair (68/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Boating (72/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 91/100 across these hours. Wind 10 mph from the south-southwest. Dusk hours (19:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 53° | 59° | 64° | 70° | 74° | 78° | 80° | 81° | 81° | 79° | 77° | 72° | 67° | 64° | 62° | 60° | 58° | 58° | 56° | 56° | 55° | 54° | 53° | 52° |
| Wind (kts) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Direction | E | E | SE | SE | SE | S | SW | SW | SW | W | W | SW | SE | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | E |
| Gusts (kts) | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 3% | 6% | 13% | 9% | 7% | 3% | 3% | 3% | 3% | 4% | 4% | 4% | 5% | 6% | 7% | 10% | 16% | 34% | 34% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 8 AM MDT | 53°F | 5 mph E (90°) | 7 mph | 0% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM MDT | 59°F | 5 mph E (90°) | 7 mph | 0% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM MDT | 64°F | 5 mph ESE (113°) | 7 mph | 1% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM MDT | 70°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 8 mph | 1% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM MDT | 74°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 9 mph | 1% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM MDT | 78°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 3% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM MDT | 80°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 16 mph | 6% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM MDT | 81°F | 10 mph SW (225°) | 21 mph | 13% | 19% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM MDT | 81°F | 10 mph SW (225°) | 22 mph | 9% | 30% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM MDT | 79°F | 10 mph WSW (248°) | 22 mph | 7% | 21% | Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM MDT | 77°F | 10 mph WSW (248°) | 22 mph | 3% | 14% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 7 PM MDT | 72°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 17 mph | 3% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 8 PM MDT | 67°F | 10 mph ESE (113°) | 15 mph | 3% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM MDT | 64°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 15 mph | 3% | 21% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 10 PM MDT | 62°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 14 mph | 4% | 37% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM MDT | 60°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 13 mph | 4% | 26% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM MDT | 58°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 13 mph | 4% | 27% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM MDT | 58°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 13 mph | 5% | 40% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM MDT | 56°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 12 mph | 6% | 40% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM MDT | 56°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 12 mph | 7% | 54% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 4 AM MDT | 55°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 10 mph | 10% | 54% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 5 AM MDT | 54°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 12 mph | 16% | 55% | Slight Chance Rain Showers |
| Sat, 6 AM MDT | 53°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 12 mph | 34% | 66% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sat, 7 AM MDT | 52°F | 10 mph E (90°) | 12 mph | 34% | 69% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sat, 8 AM MDT | 54°F | 10 mph ENE (68°) | 13 mph | 34% | 78% | Chance Rain Showers |
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 | Today October 9, 2026 | Tonight 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 | Thursday Night October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 81° | 52° | 72° | 52° | 66° | 51° | 69° | 47° | 64° | 40° | 56° | 38° | 60° | 37° |
| Wind | SSE 5 to 10 mph | ESE 10 mph | SSE 5 to 15 mph | S 10 to 15 mph | ESE 10 to 15 mph | SE 10 to 20 mph | S 10 to 15 mph | NE 5 to 10 mph | S 5 to 15 mph | WSW 5 to 10 mph | W 5 mph | NNE 0 to 5 mph | S 0 to 5 mph | NNE 0 to 5 mph |
| Gusts | 25 mph | 25 mph | 25 mph | 30 mph | 30 mph | 33 mph | 30 mph | 23 mph | 28 mph | 22 mph | 16 mph | 10 mph | 14 mph | 8 mph |
| Precip % | 13% | 16% | 48% | 90% | 81% | 83% | 34% | 49% | 62% | 64% | 49% | 24% | 13% | 8% |
| Forecast |
Nearby river temperature: 55.4°F at NORTH FK GUNNISON RIVER ABOVE MOUTH NR LAZEAR, CO (9.9 mi away) · Oct 9, 1:15 PM UTC
Fair for fishing (67/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the east. Morning hours (08:00 local). The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend, water temperature. Confidence is moderate (74%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for boating (72/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the east. Gusts to 7 mph. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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 (61/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 2 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. No active official alerts for this lake. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Fair for kayaking (71/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the east. Gusts to 7 mph. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Confidence is high (90%).
Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of CO Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Nestled in CO, Fruitgrowers Reservoir delivers expansive open water and sheltered shoreline pockets ideal for varied outdoor pursuits. From high-speed watersports to relaxed drift fishing, the lake accommodates diverse visitor preferences. Always check current weather advisories and water temperatures before heading out.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) 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.
Low-wake cruising, electric-troll fishing craft, and quiet-water exploration. Target gamefish include Brown Trout, Largemouth Bass, Green Sunfish, Common Carp. 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.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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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 Fruitgrowers 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, 8:12 AM MDT