Hawley Lake Conditions: Weather, Water & Fishing

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24-Hour Hourly Weather & Wind Timeline

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Hawley Lake, next 24 hours
Metric	5p	6p	7p	8p	9p	10p	11p	12a	1a	2a	3a	4a	5a	6a	7a	8a	9a	10a	11a	12p	1p	2p	3p	4p
Temp (°F)	51°	55°	55°	55°	54°	54°	52°	51°	50°	49°	49°	47°	47°	46°	46°	46°	46°	45°	45°	43°	42°	42°	44°	50°
Wind (kts)	19	23	23	22	20	20	20	19	17	15	14	13	13	13	14	14	14	14	15	15	15	15	15	16
Direction	S	S	S	S	S	SW	SW	SW	S	SW	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S
Gusts (kts)	37	38	38	38	34	34	34	33	31	29	27	25	26	25	26	26	27	28	29	29	28	28	27	27
Precip %	59%	98%	98%	98%	87%	87%	87%	80%	80%	80%	28%	28%	28%	29%	29%	29%	14%	14%	14%	10%	10%	10%	20%	20%

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Hawley Lake, next 24 hours
Time	Temp	Wind	Gusts	Precip	Cloud	Condition
Sun, 10 AM MST	51°F	22 mph S (180°)	43 mph	59%	80%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 11 AM MST	55°F	26 mph S (180°)	44 mph	98%	99%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 12 PM MST	55°F	26 mph S (180°)	44 mph	98%	99%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 1 PM MST	55°F	25 mph S (180°)	44 mph	98%	99%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 2 PM MST	54°F	23 mph S (180°)	39 mph	87%	91%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 3 PM MST	54°F	23 mph SW (225°)	39 mph	87%	91%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 4 PM MST	52°F	23 mph SW (225°)	39 mph	87%	91%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 5 PM MST	51°F	22 mph SW (225°)	38 mph	80%	91%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 6 PM MST	50°F	20 mph S (180°)	36 mph	80%	89%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 7 PM MST	49°F	17 mph SW (225°)	33 mph	80%	86%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 8 PM MST	49°F	16 mph S (180°)	31 mph	28%	80%	Chance Rain Showers
Sun, 9 PM MST	47°F	15 mph S (180°)	29 mph	28%	77%	Chance Rain Showers
Sun, 10 PM MST	47°F	15 mph S (180°)	30 mph	28%	67%	Chance Rain Showers
Sun, 11 PM MST	46°F	15 mph S (180°)	29 mph	29%	65%	Chance Rain Showers
Mon, 12 AM MST	46°F	16 mph S (180°)	30 mph	29%	55%	Chance Rain Showers
Mon, 1 AM MST	46°F	16 mph S (180°)	30 mph	29%	53%	Chance Rain Showers
Mon, 2 AM MST	46°F	16 mph S (180°)	31 mph	14%	57%	Mostly Cloudy
Mon, 3 AM MST	45°F	16 mph S (180°)	32 mph	14%	62%	Mostly Cloudy
Mon, 4 AM MST	45°F	17 mph S (180°)	33 mph	14%	57%	Mostly Cloudy
Mon, 5 AM MST	43°F	17 mph S (180°)	33 mph	10%	60%	Mostly Cloudy
Mon, 6 AM MST	42°F	17 mph S (180°)	32 mph	10%	50%	Mostly Sunny
Mon, 7 AM MST	42°F	17 mph S (180°)	32 mph	10%	49%	Mostly Sunny
Mon, 8 AM MST	44°F	17 mph S (180°)	31 mph	20%	38%	Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon, 9 AM MST	50°F	18 mph S (180°)	31 mph	20%	37%	Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon, 10 AM MST	52°F	21 mph S (180°)	35 mph	20%	50%	Slight 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.

7-Day Weather & Wind Forecast

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Seven-day forecast periods for Hawley Lake from the official forecast source
Period	Today October 11, 2026	Tonight 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	Friday October 16, 2026	Friday Night October 16, 2026	Saturday October 17, 2026	Saturday Night October 17, 2026
Temp (°F)	55°	42°	55°	41°	51°	36°	52°	30°	57°	35°	57°	34°	55°	33°
Wind	S 22 to 26 mph	S 15 to 20 mph	S 17 to 21 mph	S 15 to 21 mph	SW 20 to 23 mph	SW 5 to 17 mph	W 6 mph	NE 7 mph	NE 7 mph	E 8 to 13 mph	E 7 to 13 mph	SE 8 to 13 mph	S 3 to 9 mph	SE 6 mph
Gusts	44 mph	36 mph	35 mph	40 mph	38 mph	31 mph	14 mph	14 mph	15 mph	22 mph	21 mph	22 mph	15 mph	10 mph
Precip %	98%	80%	38%	71%	64%	46%	4%	0%	1%	5%	11%	11%	7%	6%
Forecast	Showers And Thunderstorms	Showers And Thunderstorms	Chance Rain Showers	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely	Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers	Sunny	Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear

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Fishing Conditions & Outlook

Solunar windows, water thermocline & species tactics

Score 33 · Very Poor / Avoid

Very Poor / Avoid for fishing (33/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Morning hours (10:00 local). Sky is cloudy (80% cloud cover). Working against it: Wind 22 mph from the south. 59% chance of precipitation is possible. 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.

Prime Solunar Window

6:00 AM MST – 10:00 AM MST

Water Layer Temp

Sensor Pending

Surface Chop

21 mph

Barometer Trend

29.99 inHg

Verified Game Fish Species (4):

🐟Brook Trout🐟Green Sunfish🐟Brown Trout🐟Rainbow Trout

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Boating & Sailing Outlook

Surface chop, sustained knots, gusts & launch facilities

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Motorized Boating

Launch Access

Very Poor / Avoid for boating (5/100), from 4 available inputs. Working against it: Gusts to 43 mph. Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. 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.

Surface state: Steep Waves (2–4+ ft)

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Sailing & Wind Trim

18 kts (21 mph)

Very Poor / Avoid for sailing (22/100), from 4 available inputs. Working against it: Gusts exceed sustained wind by 21 mph, making the breeze puffy. Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).

Kayaking, Paddling & Swimming

Paddle drag, thermal comfort & cold water immersion safety

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Paddlecraft Readiness

Headwind Drag

Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (6/100), from 5 available inputs. Working against it: Gusts to 43 mph. Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Confidence is high (90%).

Immersion: Wear USCG Approved Life Jacket

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Swimming & Immersion

Not monitored

Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.

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Lake Guide & Verified Facts

Visitor Essentials, Seasonal Guide & Hydrographic Profile

Situated in AZ, Hawley Lake is a scenic freshwater reservoir, spanning approximately 260 surface acres, popular with outdoor enthusiasts for year-round recreation. Boaters, anglers, and paddlers utilize public access points across its shoreline to explore its waters. Always practice clean boating protocols and monitor local weather forecasts prior to departure.

Surface Area

260 acres

Max Depth

Not documented

Surface Elevation

Not documented

Managing Authority

State & Local Authorities

Classification

Reservoir

State Jurisdiction

Visitor Essentials · Know Before You Go

Fishing Licensing (AZGFD)

Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is required for anglers age 10+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.

Boating & AIS Biosecurity Protocol

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 Recreation & Access Pass

Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.

Primary Water Recreation Profile

Low-wake cruising, electric-troll fishing craft, and quiet-water exploration. Target gamefish include Brook Trout, Green Sunfish, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.

Seasonal Recreation & Climate Windows

Summer Peak (Jun–Aug)Peak Season

Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.

Spring & Fall ShoulderPrime Angling

Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.

Winter Season (Nov–Mar)Off-Season

Mild year-round outdoor climate. Uncrowded waters, active winter bass and crappie fishing, and open year-round boat launch access.

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Sources and methodology

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