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Lake Waha is a reservoir in Idaho. The water surface spans about 91 acres, making it a small body of water. Research-grade observations nearby include Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass. Nearby alternatives include Dworshak Reservoir. A nearby water gauge supplies level and temperature readings where available. Below you will find an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. Check the hourly forecast and activity outlook below before heading out to Lake Waha.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 11, 6:07 AM MDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Good (82/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Fishing (86/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 91/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the northwest. Dusk hours (19:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
| Metric | 12p | 1p | 2p | 3p | 4p | 5p | 6p | 7p | 8p | 9p | 10p | 11p | 12a | 1a | 2a | 3a | 4a | 5a | 6a | 7a | 8a | 9a | 10a | 11a |
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| Temp (°F) | 41° | 41° | 39° | 40° | 40° | 40° | 41° | 42° | 44° | 44° | 45° | 45° | 45° | 45° | 44° | 45° | 44° | 43° | 43° | 42° | 41° | 39° | 39° | 38° |
| Wind (kts) | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Direction | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | NW | NW | NW | NW | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N |
| Gusts (kts) | 17 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Precip % | 29% | 29% | 29% | 29% | 29% | 29% | 34% | 34% | 34% | 34% | 34% | 34% | 13% | 13% | 13% | 13% | 13% | 13% | 39% | 39% | 39% | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Sun, 6 AM MDT | 41°F | 5 mph N (0°) | 20 mph | 29% | 83% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 7 AM MDT | 41°F | 6 mph N (0°) | 20 mph | 29% | 95% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 8 AM MDT | 39°F | 8 mph N (0°) | 20 mph | 29% | 91% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 9 AM MDT | 40°F | 9 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 29% | 96% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 10 AM MDT | 40°F | 10 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 29% | 87% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 11 AM MDT | 40°F | 10 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 29% | 79% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 12 PM MDT | 41°F | 9 mph N (0°) | 15 mph | 34% | 74% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 1 PM MDT | 42°F | 8 mph N (0°) | 15 mph | 34% | 69% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 2 PM MDT | 44°F | 8 mph N (0°) | 15 mph | 34% | 71% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 3 PM MDT | 44°F | 8 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 34% | 73% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Sun, 4 PM MDT | 45°F | 8 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 34% | 63% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 5 PM MDT | 45°F | 8 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 34% | 56% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 6 PM MDT | 45°F | 8 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 13% | 71% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun, 7 PM MDT | 45°F | 7 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 13% | 71% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun, 8 PM MDT | 44°F | 7 mph NW (315°) | 17 mph | 13% | 71% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun, 9 PM MDT | 45°F | 7 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 13% | 83% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun, 10 PM MDT | 44°F | 7 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 13% | 75% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun, 11 PM MDT | 43°F | 6 mph N (0°) | 17 mph | 13% | 77% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 12 AM MDT | 43°F | 6 mph N (0°) | 9 mph | 39% | 66% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Mon, 1 AM MDT | 42°F | 5 mph N (0°) | 8 mph | 39% | 66% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Mon, 2 AM MDT | 41°F | 3 mph N (0°) | 7 mph | 39% | 68% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Mon, 3 AM MDT | 39°F | 3 mph N (0°) | 6 mph | 39% | 79% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Mon, 4 AM MDT | 39°F | 2 mph N (0°) | 5 mph | 39% | 78% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Mon, 5 AM MDT | 38°F | 1 mph N (0°) | 4 mph | 39% | 72% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
| Mon, 6 AM MDT | 37°F | 1 mph N (0°) | 5 mph | 25% | 87% | Chance Rain And Snow Showers |
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 11, 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 |
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| Temp (°F) | 39° | 45° | 35° | 48° | 34° | 54° | 38° | 58° | 42° | 62° | 44° | 67° | 48° | 66° |
| Wind | N 5 mph | N 6 to 10 mph | N 1 to 7 mph | NW 1 to 5 mph | S 5 mph | E 3 to 8 mph | S 2 to 7 mph | W 3 to 9 mph | S 5 mph | E 6 mph | SE 3 to 10 mph | SE 3 to 13 mph | E 3 to 22 mph | SW 6 to 20 mph |
| Gusts | 20 mph | 20 mph | 17 mph | 9 mph | 9 mph | 12 mph | 12 mph | 13 mph | 9 mph | 10 mph | 15 mph | 16 mph | 33 mph | 27 mph |
| Precip % | 29% | 34% | 39% | 25% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 3% |
| Forecast |
No active USGS or USACE telemetry gauge is currently mapped to Lake Waha. Not available from a verified source for this lake.
Nearby river temperature: 63.3°F at SNAKE RIVER AT McDUFF RAPIDS AT CHINA GARDEN ID (14.4 mi away) · Oct 11, 11:45 AM UTC
Good for fishing (86/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the north. Dawn hours (06:00 local). Working against it: Air temperature 41°F. 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.
Good for boating (84/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the north. No active official alerts for this lake. 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 (70/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. 29% chance of precipitation. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (82/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the north. No active official alerts for this lake. Working against it: Air temperature 41°F. 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 ID Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Lake Waha is a well-known freshwater reservoir in ID, providing refreshing open water and abundant outdoor recreation. Anglers value its seasonal bite while recreational boaters enjoy expansive open water corridors. Checking active weather advisories and water temperatures ensures a rewarding visit.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is required for anglers age 14+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Mandatory Clean, Drain & Dry inspection. Out-of-area craft require on-site Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS Quagga/Zebra) inspection or decontamination before launch. USCG life jackets required for all.
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 Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass. 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 Waha 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 11, 6:06 AM MDT