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Lake Darling is a reservoir in North Dakota. Its recorded surface area is approximately 11,270 acres. Fish documented in the area include Walleye. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. A nearby water gauge supplies level and temperature readings where available. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Lake Darling so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 1:38 AM CDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best good fishing window, averaging 88/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the west. Measured water temperature 55°F. Provisional data. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 45° | 44° | 44° | 43° | 42° | 42° | 42° | 43° | 47° | 53° | 58° | 64° | 68° | 72° | 74° | 75° | 75° | 73° | 70° | 66° | 63° | 61° | 60° | 59° |
| Wind (kts) | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 |
| Direction | SE | SE | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Gusts (kts) | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 17 |
| Precip % | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 1 AM CDT | 45°F | 7 mph SE (135°) | 12 mph | 1% | 54% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 2 AM CDT | 44°F | 6 mph SE (135°) | 10 mph | 1% | 52% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 3 AM CDT | 44°F | 6 mph S (180°) | 10 mph | 1% | 48% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 4 AM CDT | 43°F | 6 mph S (180°) | 10 mph | 1% | 46% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 5 AM CDT | 42°F | 6 mph S (180°) | 10 mph | 1% | 44% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 6 AM CDT | 42°F | 6 mph S (180°) | 10 mph | 1% | 33% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM CDT | 42°F | 7 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 0% | 23% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM CDT | 43°F | 7 mph S (180°) | 13 mph | 0% | 24% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM CDT | 47°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 24% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM CDT | 53°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 28% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM CDT | 58°F | 12 mph S (180°) | 18 mph | 0% | 31% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM CDT | 64°F | 14 mph S (180°) | 22 mph | 0% | 33% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM CDT | 68°F | 16 mph S (180°) | 24 mph | 0% | 36% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM CDT | 72°F | 17 mph S (180°) | 25 mph | 0% | 39% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM CDT | 74°F | 17 mph S (180°) | 27 mph | 0% | 43% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM CDT | 75°F | 17 mph S (180°) | 25 mph | 0% | 38% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM CDT | 75°F | 15 mph S (180°) | 23 mph | 0% | 31% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM CDT | 73°F | 13 mph S (180°) | 21 mph | 0% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM CDT | 70°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 0% | 27% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM CDT | 66°F | 14 mph S (180°) | 25 mph | 0% | 34% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM CDT | 63°F | 14 mph S (180°) | 25 mph | 0% | 37% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM CDT | 61°F | 14 mph S (180°) | 24 mph | 0% | 36% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM CDT | 60°F | 13 mph S (180°) | 22 mph | 0% | 35% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM CDT | 59°F | 12 mph S (180°) | 20 mph | 0% | 32% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM CDT | 58°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 18 mph | 0% | 24% | 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) | 39° | 76° | 51° | 71° | 38° | 50° | 33° | 45° | 32° | 57° | 37° | 60° | 38° | 53° |
| Wind | SE 7 mph | S 6 to 17 mph | S 5 to 14 mph | W 3 to 18 mph | N 14 mph | N 15 mph | N 9 to 14 mph | N 9 mph | NW 7 mph | SW 5 to 9 mph | S 7 mph | SE 6 to 12 mph | NE 9 to 16 mph | NW 17 to 28 mph |
| Gusts | 12 mph | 27 mph | 25 mph | 27 mph | 23 mph | 25 mph | 23 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph | 17 mph | 22 mph | 36 mph |
| Precip % | 1% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 31% | 63% | 66% | 66% | 36% | 4% | 12% | 35% | 45% | 41% |
| Forecast |
LAKE DARLING NEAR FOXHOLM, ND · Oct 8, 11:00 PM UTC
Nearby river temperature: 55.2°F at DES LACS RIVER AT FOXHOLM, ND (6.9 mi away) · Oct 8, 11:15 PM UTC
Good for fishing (80/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 2 mph from the south. Measured water temperature 55°F. Provisional data. 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 2 mph from the south. 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 (72/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 2 mph from the south. Gusts to 5 mph. Water temperature is 55°F (combined air+water: 111°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 ND Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Lake Darling is a popular freshwater reservoir located in ND, providing great recreation for boaters, kayakers, and outdoor travelers. With public access points distributed along the water's edge, launching a boat or paddleboard is straightforward and convenient. Facilities and day-use grounds are overseen by state and local natural resource agencies.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by North Dakota Game and Fish Department 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.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Walleye. 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.
Northern cold winter conditions with freezing air temperatures and potential surface ice formation. Ramps and water systems may be winterized. Confirm open status before visiting.
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 Lake Darling 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, 1:38 AM CDT