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Topaz Lake is a lake located in Nevada. Fish documented in the area include Common Carp, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, and Brook Trout. The water surface spans about 2,410 acres, making it a mid-sized body of water. It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 92 feet at an elevation of about 5,005 feet. Water data on this page comes from a mapped monitoring station near the lake. The page brings together 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, Topaz Lake, Mono Lake, and Caples Lake are also nearby. Current weather, wind, and activity conditions for Topaz Lake are updated throughout the day.
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Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Overall Poor (50/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Fishing (86/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 93/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the west. Dawn hours (06:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 63° | 62° | 61° | 59° | 58° | 57° | 55° | 58° | 62° | 70° | 74° | 76° | 78° | 78° | 79° | 78° | 76° | 74° | 72° | 70° | 67° | 64° | 62° | 61° |
| Wind (kts) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Direction | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW |
| Gusts (kts) | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 1 AM PDT | 63°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 5% | Clear |
| Fri, 2 AM PDT | 62°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 8% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 3 AM PDT | 61°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 8% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM PDT | 59°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 8% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM PDT | 58°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 16% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM PDT | 57°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 16% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM PDT | 55°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 16% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM PDT | 58°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 12 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM PDT | 62°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 12 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM PDT | 70°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 12 mph | 0% | 9% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM PDT | 74°F | 10 mph SW (225°) | 16 mph | 0% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM PDT | 76°F | 10 mph SW (225°) | 16 mph | 0% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM PDT | 78°F | 10 mph SW (225°) | 16 mph | 0% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM PDT | 78°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 28 mph | 1% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM PDT | 79°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 28 mph | 1% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM PDT | 78°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 28 mph | 1% | 8% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM PDT | 76°F | 20 mph SW (225°) | 31 mph | 2% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM PDT | 74°F | 20 mph SW (225°) | 31 mph | 2% | 7% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 7 PM PDT | 72°F | 20 mph SW (225°) | 31 mph | 2% | 7% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 8 PM PDT | 70°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 24 mph | 1% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 9 PM PDT | 67°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 24 mph | 1% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 10 PM PDT | 64°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 24 mph | 1% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 11 PM PDT | 62°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 27 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Sat, 12 AM PDT | 61°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 27 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Sat, 1 AM PDT | 60°F | 15 mph SW (225°) | 27 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
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) | 54° | 80° | 52° | 70° | 46° | 60° | 39° | 49° | 35° | 56° | 37° | 62° | 40° | 63° |
| Wind | W 5 mph | SW 5 to 20 mph | SW 10 to 20 mph | SW 10 to 25 mph | SW 0 to 30 mph | S 0 to 15 mph | NW 0 to 15 mph | NW 0 to 5 mph | W 0 to 5 mph | NW 0 to 10 mph | W 0 to 5 mph | NW 0 to 5 mph | W 0 to 5 mph | N 0 to 5 mph |
| Gusts | 10 mph | 35 mph | 35 mph | 40 mph | 55 mph | 30 mph | 22 mph | 13 mph | 13 mph | 14 mph | 14 mph | 13 mph | 13 mph | 7 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 2% | 2% | 0% | 21% | 59% | 77% | 77% | 49% | 13% | 4% | 1% | 1% | 0% |
| Forecast |
Good for fishing (86/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. 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.
Very Poor / Avoid for boating (30/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 9 mph. Working against it: Active severe alert: Fire Weather Watch. Lake Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Boating scores are capped at 30. 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.
Very Poor / Avoid for sailing (30/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 4 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. 0% chance of precipitation. Working against it: Active severe alert: Fire Weather Watch. Lake Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Sailing scores are capped at 30. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (30/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 5 mph from the west. Gusts to 9 mph. Working against it: Active severe alert: Fire Weather Watch. Lake Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Kayaking scores are capped at 30. 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 NV Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Topaz Lake is an established freshwater lake in NV & CA that supports a vibrant mix of fishing, motorized watercraft, and paddle sports. Seasonal temperature shifts and water fluctuations influence both fish behavior and boating navigation throughout the year. Plan your visit with current USGS water data and official agency guidelines.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is required for anglers age 12+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
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 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 Common Carp, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, Brook Trout. 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.
High-altitude mountain winter climate (elevation 5,005 ft MSL). Freezing temperatures, potential snowpack or ice cover, and reduced seasonal amenities. Winter safety caution advised.
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 Topaz 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, 1:40 AM PDT