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Pere Marquette Lake is one of the lakes LakeRadar tracks in Michigan. Fish documented in the area include Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass. At around 600 acres, it is a modest waterbody. It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 50 feet at an elevation of about 580 feet. Water data on this page comes from a mapped monitoring station near the lake. 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. If you are planning a trip, Hamlin Lake, Manistee Lake, and Portage Lake are also nearby. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Pere Marquette Lake so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 11, 1:02 PM EDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Fair (60/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Sailing (68/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 92/100 across these hours. Wind 8 mph from the south. Dusk hours (19:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 65° | 67° | 65° | 65° | 65° | 65° | 64° | 62° | 61° | 61° | 60° | 60° | 60° | 60° | 60° | 60° | 61° | 61° | 61° | 61° | 62° | 64° | 66° | 67° |
| Wind (kts) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 11 |
| Direction | S | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Gusts (kts) | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Sun, 1 PM EDT | 65°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 0% | 2% | Sunny |
| Sun, 2 PM EDT | 67°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 17 mph | 0% | 1% | Sunny |
| Sun, 3 PM EDT | 65°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 18 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Sun, 4 PM EDT | 65°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 17 mph | 0% | 3% | Sunny |
| Sun, 5 PM EDT | 65°F | 10 mph SSW (203°) | 17 mph | 0% | 4% | Sunny |
| Sun, 6 PM EDT | 65°F | 9 mph SSW (203°) | 16 mph | 0% | 6% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 7 PM EDT | 64°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 15 mph | 0% | 7% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 8 PM EDT | 62°F | 7 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 15% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 9 PM EDT | 61°F | 7 mph S (180°) | 14 mph | 0% | 16% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 10 PM EDT | 61°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 15 mph | 0% | 17% | Mostly Clear |
| Sun, 11 PM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 22% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 12 AM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 31% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon, 1 AM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon, 2 AM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 47% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon, 3 AM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 55% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 4 AM EDT | 60°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 0% | 68% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 5 AM EDT | 61°F | 8 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 1% | 70% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 6 AM EDT | 61°F | 9 mph S (180°) | 16 mph | 1% | 78% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 7 AM EDT | 61°F | 9 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 1% | 81% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 8 AM EDT | 61°F | 9 mph S (180°) | 17 mph | 0% | 83% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 9 AM EDT | 62°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 18 mph | 0% | 86% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 10 AM EDT | 64°F | 12 mph S (180°) | 20 mph | 0% | 71% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 11 AM EDT | 66°F | 12 mph S (180°) | 21 mph | 0% | 76% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Mon, 12 PM EDT | 67°F | 13 mph S (180°) | 22 mph | 0% | 49% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon, 1 PM EDT | 67°F | 13 mph SSW (203°) | 23 mph | 0% | 49% | Mostly 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 | This Afternoon 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) | 67° | 59° | 69° | 60° | 66° | 49° | 60° | 45° | 61° | 44° | 56° | 39° | 52° | 38° |
| Wind | SSW 10 mph | S 9 mph | S 9 to 14 mph | SSW 8 to 13 mph | W 8 to 13 mph | N 5 to 12 mph | N 6 to 12 mph | NE 7 to 10 mph | E 7 to 12 mph | SSE 9 to 13 mph | WNW 14 to 24 mph | NNW 17 to 24 mph | N 17 mph | ESE 9 to 14 mph |
| Gusts | 18 mph | 16 mph | 24 mph | 22 mph | 23 mph | 22 mph | 18 mph | 18 mph | 22 mph | 28 mph | 39 mph | 40 mph | 29 mph | 24 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 1% | 16% | 61% | 55% | 7% | 7% | 15% | 40% | 50% | 50% | 48% | 34% | 15% |
| Forecast |
Fair for fishing (56/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the south. 0% chance of precipitation. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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.
Fair for boating (60/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Wind 10 mph from the south. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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 (68/100), 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. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Fair for kayaking (60/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the south. No active official alerts for this lake. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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 MI Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Set against MI's varied geography, Pere Marquette Lake is a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking quality fishing and open-water boating. The lake provides access via public ramps and developed parklands around its perimeter. Follow all state watercraft registration and mandatory life jacket laws during your outing.
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 Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Largemouth 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 Pere Marquette 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, 1:02 PM EDT