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Kiser Lake sits in Ohio and is classified as a reservoir. Its recorded surface area is approximately 394 acres. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. If you are planning a trip, C.J. Brown Reservoir, Indian Lake, and Grand Lake St. Marys are also nearby. Forecasts for Kiser Lake come from the National Weather Service and refresh several times a day.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 6:56 AM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 95/100 across these hours. Measured water temperature 66°F. Provisional data. Wind 3 mph from the south. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 46° | 46° | 47° | 53° | 59° | 64° | 68° | 71° | 74° | 74° | 75° | 76° | 74° | 71° | 66° | 62° | 61° | 59° | 59° | 58° | 58° | 57° | 57° | 56° |
| Wind (kts) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Direction | E | E | SE | SE | SE | SE | S | S | SW | SW | S | S | S | S | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE |
| Gusts (kts) | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 6 AM EDT | 46°F | 1 mph E (90°) | 7 mph | 0% | 10% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM EDT | 46°F | 2 mph E (90°) | 7 mph | 0% | 13% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM EDT | 47°F | 2 mph SE (135°) | 8 mph | 0% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM EDT | 53°F | 3 mph SE (135°) | 9 mph | 0% | 10% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM EDT | 59°F | 3 mph SE (135°) | 8 mph | 1% | 10% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM EDT | 64°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 9 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM EDT | 68°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 9 mph | 1% | 4% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM EDT | 71°F | 3 mph S (180°) | 8 mph | 1% | 10% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM EDT | 74°F | 3 mph SW (225°) | 8 mph | 2% | 30% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM EDT | 74°F | 3 mph SW (225°) | 8 mph | 2% | 29% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM EDT | 75°F | 3 mph S (180°) | 8 mph | 2% | 35% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM EDT | 76°F | 2 mph S (180°) | 8 mph | 2% | 24% | Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM EDT | 74°F | 2 mph S (180°) | 8 mph | 2% | 40% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM EDT | 71°F | 3 mph S (180°) | 9 mph | 2% | 42% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM EDT | 66°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 10 mph | 3% | 55% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM EDT | 62°F | 6 mph SE (135°) | 14 mph | 2% | 38% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM EDT | 61°F | 6 mph SE (135°) | 16 mph | 2% | 53% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM EDT | 59°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 2% | 65% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM EDT | 59°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 2% | 60% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM EDT | 58°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 2% | 63% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM EDT | 58°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 1% | 69% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM EDT | 57°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 1% | 64% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 4 AM EDT | 57°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 1% | 71% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 5 AM EDT | 56°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 1% | 66% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 6 AM EDT | 56°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 17 mph | 1% | 68% | Partly Sunny |
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) | 76° | 56° | 75° | 57° | 71° | 57° | 76° | 61° | 77° | 53° | 71° | 52° | 74° | 56° |
| Wind | SE 1 to 5 mph | SE 2 to 7 mph | SE 7 to 13 mph | SE 13 to 16 mph | E 5 to 16 mph | N 6 mph | W 3 to 7 mph | SW 9 mph | SW 9 to 13 mph | N 6 to 12 mph | E 8 mph | E 8 mph | S 8 to 12 mph | SW 12 mph |
| Gusts | 9 mph | 17 mph | 25 mph | 31 mph | 31 mph | 14 mph | 13 mph | 21 mph | 21 mph | 21 mph | 16 mph | 18 mph | 21 mph | — |
| Precip % | 2% | 3% | 1% | 94% | 94% | 35% | 0% | 18% | 25% | 16% | 15% | 20% | 24% | 32% |
| Forecast |
Indian Lake at Russells Point OH · Oct 9, 1:00 AM UTC
Excellent for fishing (92/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 66°F. Provisional data. Wind 1 mph from the east. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (73%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (99/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 1 mph from the east. Gusts to 7 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 (64/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 6 mph, making the breeze puffy. Working against it: Wind 1 mph is light; expect limited sailing. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (81/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 1 mph from the east. Gusts to 7 mph. Combined air and water temperature is 112°F (below the 120°F safety guideline). Thermal protection recommended for paddle craft. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 66°F. Air and water contrast evaluate recreational immersion comfort.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of OH Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Nestled in OH, Kiser Lake is an attractive freshwater reservoir celebrated for its open water, scenic shoreline, and productive sport fishery. From spring pre-spawn fishing to peak summer watersports, the lake remains a popular regional destination. Keep watercraft clean, drained, and dry to safeguard this aquatic resource.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Ohio Division of Wildlife (ODNR) is required for anglers age 16+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Current motorized watercraft registration mandatory. Practice Clean, Drain & Dry protocols: drain all livewells and inspect props before launching. Life jackets required for all passengers.
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 Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, White Crappie, Pumpkinseed Sunfish. 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.
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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 Kiser Lake 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, 6:56 AM EDT