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In Ohio, Mosquito Creek Lake is a reservoir used for time on and around the water. Fish documented in the area include Northern Pike, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Pumpkinseed Sunfish. It covers roughly 7,850 surface acres (about 12 square miles). It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 24 feet at an elevation of about 901 feet. Water data on this page comes from a mapped monitoring station near the lake. For this location, LakeRadar tracks an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. If you are planning a trip, Shenango River Lake, Pymatuning Reservoir, and East Branch Reservoir are also nearby. Use the conditions and forecast on this page to decide when to go boating, fishing, or paddling at Mosquito Creek Lake.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 3:24 AM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 94/100 across these hours. Measured water temperature 64°F from a representative gauge 38.2 mi away. Provisional data. Wind 3 mph from the northwest. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 42° | 40° | 39° | 39° | 40° | 41° | 46° | 54° | 60° | 62° | 65° | 67° | 68° | 69° | 68° | 66° | 62° | 56° | 54° | 52° | 50° | 49° | 48° | 48° |
| Wind (kts) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Direction | — | — | — | SW | SW | S | S | SW | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | NW | N | NE | E | E | E | E | SE | SE |
| Gusts (kts) | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 3% | 3% | 2% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 3 AM EDT | 42°F | Calm | 6 mph | 0% | 2% | Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM EDT | 40°F | Calm | 6 mph | 0% | 6% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM EDT | 39°F | Calm | 5 mph | 0% | 8% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM EDT | 39°F | 1 mph SW (225°) | 4 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM EDT | 40°F | 1 mph SW (225°) | 4 mph | 0% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM EDT | 41°F | 1 mph S (180°) | 4 mph | 0% | 5% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM EDT | 46°F | 2 mph S (180°) | 4 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM EDT | 54°F | 2 mph SW (225°) | 5 mph | 0% | 0% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM EDT | 60°F | 2 mph W (270°) | 5 mph | 0% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM EDT | 62°F | 3 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 0% | 5% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM EDT | 65°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 7 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM EDT | 67°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 20% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM EDT | 68°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 29% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM EDT | 69°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 21% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM EDT | 68°F | 5 mph NW (315°) | 7 mph | 0% | 37% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM EDT | 66°F | 3 mph NW (315°) | 5 mph | 0% | 30% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM EDT | 62°F | 2 mph N (0°) | 4 mph | 0% | 30% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM EDT | 56°F | 1 mph NE (45°) | 4 mph | 2% | 22% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 9 PM EDT | 54°F | 1 mph E (90°) | 4 mph | 2% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM EDT | 52°F | 2 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 2% | 33% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM EDT | 50°F | 2 mph E (90°) | 5 mph | 3% | 35% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM EDT | 49°F | 2 mph E (90°) | 6 mph | 3% | 48% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM EDT | 48°F | 2 mph SE (135°) | 6 mph | 3% | 45% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM EDT | 48°F | 2 mph SE (135°) | 7 mph | 2% | 53% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM EDT | 48°F | 3 mph SE (135°) | 7 mph | 2% | 51% | Mostly 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) | 39° | 69° | 48° | 74° | 55° | 66° | 57° | 71° | 58° | 72° | 50° | 66° | 47° | 68° |
| Wind | 0 mph | SW 1 to 6 mph | E 1 to 5 mph | SE 5 to 10 mph | SE 13 mph | SE 14 mph | E 2 to 12 mph | NW 2 to 6 mph | SW 7 mph | W 8 to 14 mph | NW 6 to 14 mph | N 8 mph | E 3 to 7 mph | SE 6 to 12 mph |
| Gusts | 6 mph | 8 mph | 9 mph | 17 mph | 24 mph | 25 mph | 20 mph | 9 mph | 15 mph | 23 mph | 22 mph | 12 mph | 12 mph | 14 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 3% | 2% | 86% | 98% | 68% | 15% | 26% | 37% | 28% | 16% | 14% | 32% |
| Forecast |
Fairport, OH · Oct 9, 7:18 AM UTC
Nearby river temperature: 63.9°F at Mosquito Creek bl Mosquito Ck Dam nr Cortland OH (4.9 mi away) · Oct 9, 6:45 AM UTC
Good for fishing (82/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 64°F from a representative gauge 38.2 mi away. Provisional data. Wind 0 mph from the south-southeast. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (82%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (99/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the south-southeast. Gusts to 6 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.
Fair for sailing (60/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 6 mph, making the breeze puffy. Working against it: Wind 0 mph is light; expect limited sailing. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (81/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the south-southeast. Gusts to 6 mph. Combined air and water temperature is 106°F (below the 120°F safety guideline). Thermal protection recommended for paddle craft. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 64°F. Air and water contrast evaluate recreational immersion comfort.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of OH Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
A versatile water resource in OH, Mosquito Creek Lake offers expansive open waters for motorized cruising, sailing, and shoreline fishing. The lake's dynamic character across the seasons attracts outdoor enthusiasts year-round. Check current USGS streamflow gauges, water temperatures, and state regulations for the best experience.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Ohio Division of Wildlife (ODNR) 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.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Northern Pike, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed Sunfish. 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 Mosquito Creek 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 9, 3:24 AM EDT