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Long Lake is one of the lakes LakeRadar tracks in Michigan. Its recorded surface area is approximately 5,652 acres. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. If you are planning a trip, Black Lake are also nearby. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Long Lake so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 11, 11:02 AM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 94/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the southwest. Dawn hours (07:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 66° | 68° | 70° | 71° | 71° | 71° | 69° | 67° | 64° | 61° | 59° | 58° | 57° | 56° | 56° | 56° | 56° | 55° | 55° | 54° | 54° | 55° | 58° | 61° |
| Wind (kts) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Direction | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | S |
| Gusts (kts) | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Sun, 11 AM EDT | 66°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 0% | 11% | Sunny |
| Sun, 12 PM EDT | 68°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Sun, 1 PM EDT | 70°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 15 mph | 0% | 6% | Sunny |
| Sun, 2 PM EDT | 71°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Sun, 3 PM EDT | 71°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 5% | Sunny |
| Sun, 4 PM EDT | 71°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 15 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Sun, 5 PM EDT | 69°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 15 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Sun, 6 PM EDT | 67°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 2% | Clear |
| Sun, 7 PM EDT | 64°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 13 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Sun, 8 PM EDT | 61°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 13 mph | 1% | 3% | Clear |
| Sun, 9 PM EDT | 59°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 1% | 7% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 10 PM EDT | 58°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 1% | 10% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 11 PM EDT | 57°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 1% | 14% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 12 AM EDT | 56°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 1% | 14% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 1 AM EDT | 56°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 12 mph | 1% | 15% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 2 AM EDT | 56°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 10 mph | 2% | 15% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 3 AM EDT | 56°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 10 mph | 2% | 20% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 4 AM EDT | 55°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 9 mph | 2% | 25% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 5 AM EDT | 55°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 9 mph | 2% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon, 6 AM EDT | 54°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 8 mph | 2% | 35% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon, 7 AM EDT | 54°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 7 mph | 2% | 40% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon, 8 AM EDT | 55°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 7 mph | 1% | 45% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon, 9 AM EDT | 58°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 6 mph | 1% | 53% | Partly Sunny |
| Mon, 10 AM EDT | 61°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 6 mph | 1% | 61% | Partly Sunny |
| Mon, 11 AM EDT | 64°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 6 mph | 3% | 68% | Partly Sunny |
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 | Today October 11, 2026 | Tonight 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 | Saturday Night October 17, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 72° | 54° | 72° | 54° | 63° | 46° | 59° | 42° | 58° | 42° | 56° | 35° | 49° | 33° |
| Wind | S 10 mph | S 5 to 10 mph | S 5 to 10 mph | E 5 to 10 mph | NE 5 to 10 mph | NW 5 to 10 mph | NW 5 to 10 mph | N 5 to 10 mph | E 5 to 10 mph | SE 5 to 10 mph | W 10 to 20 mph | NW 15 to 20 mph | NW 15 mph | NW 5 to 15 mph |
| Gusts | 17 mph | 14 mph | 14 mph | 14 mph | 17 mph | 16 mph | 16 mph | 15 mph | 18 mph | 18 mph | 36 mph | 35 mph | 28 mph | 22 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 2% | 4% | 63% | 74% | 19% | 3% | 8% | 22% | 44% | 48% | 37% | 36% | 9% |
| Forecast |
Last observed: 60.1°F at Alpena, MI on Oct 10, 1:00 PM UTC
Good for fishing (84/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 60°F. Provisional data. Wind 10 mph from the south. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (73%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Good for boating (85/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Wind 10 mph from the south. 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.
Excellent for sailing (93/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the S is in the preferred sailing range. No active official alerts for this lake. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (85/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the south. No active official alerts for this lake. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 60°F. Air and water contrast evaluate recreational immersion comfort.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of MI Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Offering scenic water views and diverse outdoor activities, Long Lake is a premier destination in MI for boaters, anglers, and nature enthusiasts. Its waters support healthy gamefish populations alongside seasonal paddlecraft exploration. Review local launch regulations and safety guidelines before putting in for the day.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is required for anglers age 17+. 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 Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Chinook Salmon. 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 Long Lake 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, 11:02 AM EDT