Theodore Roosevelt Lake Conditions & Weather

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Theodore Roosevelt Lake, next 24 hours
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Temp (°F)	69°	68°	68°	68°	68°	67°	67°	68°	67°	68°	69°	71°	75°	74°	75°	75°	73°	70°	68°	67°	66°	66°	66°	66°
Wind (kts)	9	9	4	4	9	9	9	9	13	13	13	17	17	17	17	17	13	13	13	9	9	9	4	4
Direction	SE	SE	SE	E	E	SE	SE	SE	S	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	S	S	S	SE
Gusts (kts)	14	10	8	9	11	14	14	15	23	24	26	29	32	33	32	29	24	23	24	21	21	17	11	10
Precip %	56%	47%	63%	95%	86%	62%	59%	68%	91%	85%	95%	85%	73%	42%	42%	29%	21%	24%	23%	21%	26%	27%	37%	41%

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Hour-by-hour forecast for Theodore Roosevelt Lake, next 24 hours
Time	Temp	Wind	Gusts	Precip	Cloud	Condition
Sun, 1 AM MST	69°F	10 mph ESE (113°)	16 mph	56%	71%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 2 AM MST	68°F	10 mph ESE (113°)	12 mph	47%	65%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 3 AM MST	68°F	5 mph ESE (113°)	9 mph	63%	76%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 4 AM MST	68°F	5 mph E (90°)	10 mph	95%	97%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 5 AM MST	68°F	10 mph E (90°)	13 mph	86%	91%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 6 AM MST	67°F	10 mph ESE (113°)	16 mph	62%	75%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 7 AM MST	67°F	10 mph ESE (113°)	16 mph	59%	73%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 8 AM MST	68°F	10 mph ESE (113°)	17 mph	68%	79%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 9 AM MST	67°F	15 mph S (180°)	27 mph	91%	94%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 10 AM MST	68°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	28 mph	85%	90%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 11 AM MST	69°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	30 mph	95%	97%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 12 PM MST	71°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	33 mph	85%	90%	Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 1 PM MST	75°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	37 mph	73%	82%	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun, 2 PM MST	74°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	38 mph	42%	61%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 3 PM MST	75°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	37 mph	42%	61%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 4 PM MST	75°F	20 mph SSW (203°)	33 mph	29%	53%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 5 PM MST	73°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	28 mph	21%	40%	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 6 PM MST	70°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	27 mph	24%	48%	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 7 PM MST	68°F	15 mph SSW (203°)	28 mph	23%	45%	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 8 PM MST	67°F	10 mph SSW (203°)	24 mph	21%	40%	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 9 PM MST	66°F	10 mph S (180°)	24 mph	26%	51%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 10 PM MST	66°F	10 mph S (180°)	20 mph	27%	51%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun, 11 PM MST	66°F	5 mph S (180°)	13 mph	37%	58%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon, 12 AM MST	66°F	5 mph SE (135°)	12 mph	41%	61%	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon, 1 AM MST	65°F	5 mph SE (135°)	9 mph	36%	57%	Chance 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 Theodore Roosevelt Lake from the official forecast source
Period	Tonight October 10, 2026	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
Temp (°F)	67°	67°	77°	63°	74°	62°	70°	56°	73°	54°	77°	58°	78°	60°
Wind	E 5 to 10 mph	ESE 5 to 10 mph	S 10 to 20 mph	SSE 5 to 15 mph	SSE 5 to 15 mph	SSW 5 to 10 mph	SW 5 to 10 mph	ESE 0 to 5 mph	NNW 5 mph	NNW 5 to 10 mph	NE 5 to 15 mph	NE 5 to 15 mph	ENE 15 to 20 mph	E 15 to 20 mph
Gusts	14 mph	16 mph	40 mph	30 mph	30 mph	17 mph	25 mph	12 mph	9 mph	16 mph	20 mph	35 mph	40 mph	40 mph
Precip %	92%	95%	95%	57%	73%	84%	84%	7%	2%	0%	0%	3%	10%	10%
Forecast	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms	Chance Showers And Thunderstorms	Showers And Thunderstorms	Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely	Showers And Thunderstorms Likely	Showers And Thunderstorms	Showers And Thunderstorms	Mostly Clear	Sunny	Clear	Sunny	Clear	Sunny	Mostly Clear

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Fishing Conditions & Outlook

Solunar windows, water thermocline & species tactics

Score 50 · Poor

Poor for fishing (50/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the east-southeast. Sky is cloudy (71% cloud cover). 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.

Prime Solunar Window

Dawn & Dusk

Water Layer Temp

Sensor Pending

Surface Chop

3 mph

Barometer Trend

29.74 inHg

Verified Game Fish Species (6):

🐟Bluegill🐟Green Sunfish🐟Largemouth Bass🐟Channel Catfish

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Boating & Sailing Outlook

Surface chop, sustained knots, gusts & launch facilities

Boating 30Sailing 30

Motorized Boating

Launch Access

Very Poor / Avoid for boating (30/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the east-southeast. Gusts to 16 mph. Working against it: Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Boating scores are capped at 30. 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.

Surface state: Glass / Light Ripple

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Sailing & Wind Trim

3 kts (3 mph)

Very Poor / Avoid for sailing (30/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the ESE is in the preferred sailing range. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 6 mph, making the breeze puffy. Working against it: Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Sailing scores are capped at 30. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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 30Swimming --

Paddlecraft Readiness

Glassy Surface

Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (30/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 10 mph from the east-southeast. Gusts to 16 mph. Working against it: Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Kayaking scores are capped at 30. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. 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.

Lake Guide & Verified Facts

Visitor Essentials, Seasonal Guide & Hydrographic Profile

In AZ, Theodore Roosevelt Lake stands as a valued freshwater reservoir offering scenic outdoor recreation and critical regional water resources. Visitors enjoy powerboating, sailing, and tranquil shoreline fishing across its varied channels. Check state agency updates for current fishing creel limits and aquatic species inspections.

Surface Area

21,493 acres (34 sq mi)

Max Depth

Not documented

Surface Elevation

Not documented

Managing Authority

State & Local Authorities

Classification

Reservoir

State Jurisdiction

Visitor Essentials · Know Before You Go

Fishing Licensing (AZGFD)

Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is required for anglers age 10+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.

Boating & AIS Biosecurity Protocol

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 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 Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Channel 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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