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Lake Jean is a lake in Pennsylvania. Its recorded surface area is approximately 245 acres. It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 24 feet at an elevation of about 2,220 feet. Fish documented in the area include Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, and Brook Trout. If you are planning a trip, Francis E. Walter Reservoir, Rose Valley Lake, and Lake Harmony are also nearby. The page brings together an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. Current weather, wind, and activity conditions for Lake Jean are updated throughout the day.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 4:03 AM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Good (89/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Boating (96/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 93/100 across these hours. Wind 3 mph from the south. Dusk hours (18:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 42° | 42° | 42° | 42° | 42° | 46° | 52° | 55° | 58° | 59° | 60° | 61° | 60° | 60° | 57° | 50° | 49° | 49° | 47° | 46° | 45° | 45° | 44° | 43° |
| Wind (kts) | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Direction | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW |
| Gusts (kts) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 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, 4 AM EDT | 42°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM EDT | 42°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 12 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM EDT | 42°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 0% | 5% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM EDT | 42°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM EDT | 42°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 14 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM EDT | 46°F | 7 mph W (270°) | 15 mph | 0% | 1% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM EDT | 52°F | 8 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 0% | 1% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM EDT | 55°F | 9 mph NW (315°) | 20 mph | 0% | 1% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM EDT | 58°F | 9 mph NW (315°) | 18 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM EDT | 59°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 20 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM EDT | 60°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 20 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM EDT | 61°F | 9 mph NW (315°) | 20 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM EDT | 60°F | 9 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 0% | 12% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM EDT | 60°F | 7 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 0% | 13% | Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM EDT | 57°F | 6 mph NW (315°) | 12 mph | 0% | 25% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 7 PM EDT | 50°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 10 mph | 0% | 21% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 8 PM EDT | 49°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 8 mph | 0% | 31% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM EDT | 49°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 8 mph | 0% | 36% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM EDT | 47°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 7 mph | 0% | 58% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM EDT | 46°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 7 mph | 0% | 54% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM EDT | 45°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 7 mph | 0% | 59% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM EDT | 45°F | 2 mph NW (315°) | 6 mph | 0% | 59% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM EDT | 44°F | 2 mph NW (315°) | 6 mph | 0% | 55% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM EDT | 43°F | 2 mph NW (315°) | 6 mph | 0% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 4 AM EDT | 42°F | 2 mph N (0°) | 6 mph | 0% | 45% | Partly Cloudy |
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) | 42° | 62° | 41° | 63° | 48° | 57° | 53° | 64° | 53° | 65° | 47° | 59° | 41° | 58° |
| Wind | W 6 mph | W 6 to 10 mph | NW 2 to 6 mph | E 3 mph | SE 3 to 8 mph | SE 9 mph | E 6 to 9 mph | N 6 mph | NW 5 mph | W 8 mph | NW 8 to 14 mph | NW 8 to 14 mph | N 8 mph | W 7 mph |
| Gusts | 12 mph | 20 mph | 12 mph | 9 mph | 20 mph | 23 mph | 23 mph | 14 mph | 12 mph | 20 mph | 28 mph | 28 mph | 20 mph | 15 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 24% | 94% | 94% | 38% | 9% | 33% | 33% | 12% | 6% | 9% |
| Forecast |
No active USGS or USACE telemetry gauge is currently mapped to Lake Jean. Not available from a verified source for this lake.
Good for fishing (84/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. 0% chance of precipitation. 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.
Excellent for boating (96/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 10 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.
Good for sailing (83/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 5 mph, making the breeze puffy. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Excellent for kayaking (93/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 10 mph. 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 PA Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Renowned among outdoor enthusiasts in PA, Lake Jean provides reliable access for boating, angling, and peaceful paddling. The surrounding natural areas feature public launches and seasonal campgrounds that enhance the visitor experience. Observe safe navigation speeds and always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) 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 Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout. 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 Lake Jean 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, 4:03 AM EDT