Lewis Smith Lake Conditions: Weather, Water & Fishing

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24-Hour Hourly Weather & Wind Timeline

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Lewis Smith Lake, next 24 hours
Metric	8a	9a	10a	11a	12p	1p	2p	3p	4p	5p	6p	7p	8p	9p	10p	11p	12a	1a	2a	3a	4a	5a	6a	7a
Temp (°F)	65°	63°	63°	63°	61°	64°	68°	74°	78°	79°	79°	81°	80°	79°	78°	75°	70°	68°	66°	64°	62°	60°	59°	59°
Wind (kts)	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9	9
Direction	NE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E
Gusts (kts)	10	10	11	11	11	12	13	13	15	16	16	17	17	17	18	19	19	20	20	20	23	24	29	25
Precip %	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	0%	1%	1%	1%	2%	2%	2%	17%	17%	17%	74%	74%	74%	100%	100%

ForecastView official hourly forecast

Hour-by-hour forecast for Lewis Smith Lake, next 24 hours
Time	Temp	Wind	Gusts	Precip	Cloud	Condition
Fri, 3 AM CDT	65°F	5 mph NE (45°)	12 mph	0%	91%	Cloudy
Fri, 4 AM CDT	63°F	5 mph ENE (68°)	12 mph	0%	89%	Cloudy
Fri, 5 AM CDT	63°F	5 mph ENE (68°)	13 mph	0%	89%	Cloudy
Fri, 6 AM CDT	63°F	5 mph ENE (68°)	13 mph	0%	90%	Cloudy
Fri, 7 AM CDT	61°F	5 mph ENE (68°)	13 mph	0%	89%	Cloudy
Fri, 8 AM CDT	64°F	5 mph ENE (68°)	14 mph	0%	89%	Cloudy
Fri, 9 AM CDT	68°F	5 mph E (90°)	15 mph	0%	90%	Cloudy
Fri, 10 AM CDT	74°F	5 mph E (90°)	15 mph	0%	92%	Cloudy
Fri, 11 AM CDT	78°F	10 mph E (90°)	17 mph	0%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 12 PM CDT	79°F	10 mph E (90°)	18 mph	0%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 1 PM CDT	79°F	10 mph E (90°)	18 mph	1%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 2 PM CDT	81°F	10 mph E (90°)	20 mph	1%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 3 PM CDT	80°F	10 mph E (90°)	20 mph	1%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 4 PM CDT	79°F	10 mph E (90°)	20 mph	2%	95%	Cloudy
Fri, 5 PM CDT	78°F	10 mph E (90°)	21 mph	2%	91%	Cloudy
Fri, 6 PM CDT	75°F	10 mph E (90°)	22 mph	2%	93%	Cloudy
Fri, 7 PM CDT	70°F	10 mph E (90°)	22 mph	17%	96%	Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri, 8 PM CDT	68°F	10 mph E (90°)	23 mph	17%	96%	Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri, 9 PM CDT	66°F	10 mph E (90°)	23 mph	17%	96%	Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri, 10 PM CDT	64°F	10 mph E (90°)	23 mph	74%	99%	Rain Showers
Fri, 11 PM CDT	62°F	10 mph E (90°)	27 mph	74%	99%	Rain Showers
Sat, 12 AM CDT	60°F	10 mph E (90°)	28 mph	74%	99%	Rain Showers
Sat, 1 AM CDT	59°F	10 mph E (90°)	33 mph	100%	100%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat, 2 AM CDT	59°F	10 mph E (90°)	29 mph	100%	100%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat, 3 AM CDT	59°F	15 mph E (90°)	35 mph	100%	100%	Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Lewis Smith Lake from the official forecast source
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
Temp (°F)	61°	81°	57°	72°	58°	76°	56°	87°	57°	88°	60°	88°	60°	88°
Wind	NE 5 mph	E 5 to 10 mph	E 10 to 15 mph	SE 15 to 20 mph	S 5 to 15 mph	SW 10 to 15 mph	W 0 to 5 mph	WNW 0 to 5 mph	0 mph	W 0 to 5 mph	0 mph	0 mph	0 mph	S 0 to 5 mph
Gusts	13 mph	25 mph	40 mph	40 mph	35 mph	23 mph	13 mph	13 mph	8 mph	10 mph	8 mph	9 mph	7 mph	10 mph
Precip %	0%	2%	100%	100%	98%	24%	6%	0%	0%	0%	1%	4%	4%	8%
Forecast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Rain Showers	Showers And Thunderstorms	Rain Showers	Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny	Mostly Clear	Sunny	Clear	Sunny	Clear	Sunny	Clear	Sunny

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Fishing Conditions & Outlook

Solunar windows, water thermocline & species tactics

Score 84 · Good

Good for fishing (84/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the northeast. 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.

Prime Solunar Window

5:00 AM CDT – 11:00 AM CDT

Water Layer Temp

Sensor Pending

Surface Chop

3 mph

Barometer Trend

30.00 inHg

Verified Game Fish Species (6):

🐟Channel Catfish🐟Largemouth Bass🐟Striped Bass🐟Flathead Catfish

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Boating & Sailing Outlook

Surface chop, sustained knots, gusts & launch facilities

Boating 74Sailing 63

Motorized Boating

Launch Access

Fair for boating (74/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the northeast. Gusts to 12 mph. Working against it: Active severe alert: High Wind Watch. 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: Glass / Light Ripple

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Sailing & Wind Trim

3 kts (3 mph)

Fair for sailing (63/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts exceed sustained wind by 7 mph, making the breeze puffy. 0% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: High Wind Watch. 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 77Swimming --

Paddlecraft Readiness

Glassy Surface

Good for kayaking (77/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the northeast. Gusts to 12 mph. Working against it: Active severe alert: High Wind Watch. Confidence is high (90%).

Immersion: Wear USCG Approved Life Jacket

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Swimming & Immersion

Not monitored

Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.

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Lake Guide & Verified Facts

Visitor Essentials, Seasonal Guide & Hydrographic Profile

Celebrated for its accessible waters and scenic surroundings, Lewis Smith Lake is a standout freshwater reservoir in AL for weekend recreation. Boaters, anglers, and paddlers share its waters while enjoying well-maintained public amenities around the perimeter. Always check local launch ramp conditions and weather windows before arrival.

Surface Area

21,200 acres (33 sq mi)

Max Depth

264 ft

Surface Elevation

510 ft MSL

Managing Authority

State & Local Authorities

Classification

Reservoir

State Jurisdiction

Visitor Essentials · Know Before You Go

Fishing Licensing (ADCNR)

Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) 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 Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Flathead Catfish. 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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