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Real-time wind speeds, peak gusts, and surface chop forecasts from NOAA National Weather Service, verified public boat launches, USGS surface water telemetry, and Louisiana state boating regulations for Lake Pontchartrain (Louisiana).
Small Craft Advisory issued October 9 at 4:02PM CDT until October 10 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Peak Gusts: 38 mph. Moderate surface chop across main fetch.
Cold Shock Hazard: Life jackets are strongly urged for all vessel occupants across open water.
Ramp Accessibility: Local elevation datum referenced for safe boating operations on Lake Pontchartrain.
Advisory Threshold: Official Lake Wind Advisories trigger when sustained winds reach 15 mph or waves exceed 3 ft.
Current index calculated from verified local atmospheric, hydrographic & alert inputs.
Poor for boating (42/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Visibility 11.2 miles. 4% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Gusts to 40 mph. Wind 30 mph from the north-northeast. Not available from a verified source for this lake: verified water access. Confidence is high (86%).
| Forecast Time | Wind (mph) | Gust (mph) | Direction | Surface Chop & Fetch | Watercraft Readiness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 PM | 30 mph | 40 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 5 PM | 31 mph | 45 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 6 PM | 30 mph | 46 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 7 PM | 30 mph | 48 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 8 PM | 32 mph | 48 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 9 PM | 38 mph | 54 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 10 PM | 35 mph | 50 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 11 PM | 29 mph | 39 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 12 AM | 26 mph | 35 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 1 AM | 26 mph | 32 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 2 AM | 24 mph | 28 mph | NE | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 3 AM | 20 mph | 23 mph | N | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 4 AM | 27 mph | 36 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 5 AM | 25 mph | 34 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 6 AM | 24 mph | 33 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 7 AM | 24 mph | 30 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 8 AM | 21 mph | 24 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
| 9 AM | 21 mph | 26 mph | N | Hazardous whitecaps (4–6+ ft waves); NWS advisory conditions | Caution |
Surface chop expands with sustained wind duration across Lake Pontchartrain's open water fetch. Early morning hours typically offer the calmest navigation before thermal afternoon winds develop.
Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are currently being cataloged for Lake Pontchartrain. Public launches are managed by state, county, or local park authorities.
Ramp operational status and courtesy dock availability are subject to seasonal water level shifts and lake management authority guidelines.
Current index calculated from verified local atmospheric, hydrographic & alert inputs.
Poor for kayaking (36/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: 4% chance of precipitation. Air temperature 81°F. Working against it: Gusts to 40 mph. Wind 30 mph from the north-northeast. Confidence is high (90%).