Lake Catherine Conditions: Weather, Water & Fishing

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24-Hour Hourly Weather & Wind Timeline

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Lake Catherine, next 24 hours
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Temp (°F)	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	33°	32°	32°	32°	31°	33°	34°	35°	35°	35°	35°	33°	32°	32°	30°
Wind (kts)	13	17	17	17	17	13	13	13	13	9	9	9	9	9	13	13	13	13	17	17	17	17	17	17
Direction	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW
Gusts (kts)	25	29	29	27	26	24	22	20	19	18	17	16	17	20	22	22	25	26	26	27	27	30	30	30
Precip %	14%	14%	14%	27%	27%	27%	27%	27%	27%	38%	38%	38%	38%	38%	38%	52%	52%	52%	52%	52%	52%	50%	50%	50%

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Lake Catherine, next 24 hours
Time	Temp	Wind	Gusts	Precip	Cloud	Condition
Sat, 8 PM PDT	33°F	15 mph SW (225°)	29 mph	14%	48%	Partly Cloudy
Sat, 9 PM PDT	33°F	20 mph SW (225°)	33 mph	14%	56%	Mostly Cloudy
Sat, 10 PM PDT	33°F	20 mph SW (225°)	33 mph	14%	57%	Mostly Cloudy
Sat, 11 PM PDT	33°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	31 mph	27%	55%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 12 AM PDT	33°F	20 mph SW (225°)	30 mph	27%	51%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 1 AM PDT	33°F	15 mph SW (225°)	28 mph	27%	51%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 2 AM PDT	33°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	25 mph	27%	51%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 3 AM PDT	33°F	15 mph SW (225°)	23 mph	27%	52%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 4 AM PDT	33°F	15 mph SW (225°)	22 mph	27%	56%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 5 AM PDT	33°F	10 mph SSW (203°)	21 mph	38%	59%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 6 AM PDT	32°F	10 mph SW (225°)	20 mph	38%	86%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 7 AM PDT	32°F	10 mph SW (225°)	18 mph	38%	93%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 8 AM PDT	32°F	10 mph SSW (203°)	20 mph	38%	87%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 9 AM PDT	31°F	10 mph SW (225°)	23 mph	38%	82%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 10 AM PDT	33°F	15 mph SW (225°)	25 mph	38%	85%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 11 AM PDT	34°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	25 mph	52%	68%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 12 PM PDT	35°F	15 mph SW (225°)	29 mph	52%	68%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 1 PM PDT	35°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	30 mph	52%	68%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 2 PM PDT	35°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	30 mph	52%	68%	Chance Snow Showers
Sun, 3 PM PDT	35°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	31 mph	52%	68%	Chance Snow Showers
Sun, 4 PM PDT	33°F	20 mph SW (225°)	31 mph	52%	68%	Chance Snow Showers
Sun, 5 PM PDT	32°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	35 mph	50%	91%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 6 PM PDT	32°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	35 mph	50%	91%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 7 PM PDT	30°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	35 mph	50%	91%	Chance Light Snow
Sun, 8 PM PDT	29°F	25 mph SSW (203°)	39 mph	50%	77%	Chance Light Snow

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 Lake Catherine from the official forecast source
Period	Tonight 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	Friday October 16, 2026	Friday Night October 16, 2026	Saturday October 17, 2026
Temp (°F)	30°	36°	21°	26°	18°	33°	22°	40°	26°	43°	29°	47°	30°	48°
Wind	SW 10 to 20 mph	SW 10 to 20 mph	SW 5 to 25 mph	SW 5 mph	W 5 to 10 mph	NW 5 to 10 mph	NNW 5 to 15 mph	N 5 to 10 mph	NNW 5 to 20 mph	N 5 to 20 mph	N 5 to 25 mph	WNW 5 to 20 mph	NW 5 to 10 mph	NW 0 to 5 mph
Gusts	35 mph	35 mph	40 mph	13 mph	15 mph	15 mph	25 mph	20 mph	35 mph	35 mph	40 mph	30 mph	20 mph	9 mph
Precip %	38%	52%	50%	66%	66%	6%	2%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%
Forecast	Chance Light Snow	Chance Light Snow	Chance Light Snow	Light Snow Likely	Light Snow Likely	Mostly Sunny	Mostly Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear	Sunny

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Fishing Conditions & Outlook

Solunar windows, water thermocline & species tactics

Score 75 · Good

Good for fishing (75/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Dusk hours (20:00 local). Sky is mostly cloudy (48% cloud cover). Working against it: Air temperature 33°F. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (81%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.

Prime Solunar Window

4:00 AM PDT – 10:00 AM PDT

Water Layer Temp

51°F

Surface Chop

18 mph

Barometer Trend

29.93 inHg

Verified Game Fish Species (6):

🐟Black Crappie🐟Brook Trout🐟Lahontan Cutthroat Trout🐟Rainbow Trout

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Boating & Sailing Outlook

Surface chop, sustained knots, gusts & launch facilities

Boating 47Sailing 64

Motorized Boating

Launch Access

Poor for boating (47/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: 14% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. Gusts to 29 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.

Surface state: Steep Waves (2–4+ ft)

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Sailing & Wind Trim

16 kts (18 mph)

Fair for sailing (64/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 15 mph from the SW is in the preferred sailing range. 14% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. 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

Paddling 21Swimming 0

Paddlecraft Readiness

Headwind Drag

Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (21/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: 14% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: Red Flag Warning. Gusts to 29 mph. Water temperature is 51°F (combined air+water: 84°F). Cold shock hazard: sudden immersion below 55°F poses serious risk. Confidence is high (90%).

Immersion: Cold Shock Threat (<55°F) · Wear Wetsuit

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Swimming & Immersion

51°F Measured

Surface water measured at 51°F. Cold shock reflex presents an immediate drowning risk.

Comfort band:

Lake Guide & Verified Facts

Visitor Essentials, Seasonal Guide & Hydrographic Profile

Lake Catherine is an accessible freshwater destination in AR & CA, overseen by state and local natural resource agencies. It offers a welcoming environment for motorboats, personal watercraft, and paddle sports throughout the warm season. Checking local water level telemetry and wave forecasts helps ensure safe boating throughout the day.

Surface Area

1,940 acres (3 sq mi)

Max Depth

85 ft

Surface Elevation

305 ft MSL

Managing Authority

State & Local Authorities

Classification

Natural

State Jurisdiction

AR & CA

Visitor Essentials · Know Before You Go

Fishing Licensing (AGFC)

Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is required for anglers age 16+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.

Boating Biosecurity & Registration

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 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

High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Black Crappie, Brook Trout, Lahontan Cutthroat 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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