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Real-time wind speeds, peak gusts, and surface chop forecasts from NOAA National Weather Service, verified public boat launches, USGS surface water telemetry, and Arizona state boating regulations for Woods Canyon Lake (Arizona).
Flood Watch issued October 11 at 3:21AM MST until October 12 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Peak Gusts: 40 mph. Moderate surface chop across main fetch.
Cold Shock Hazard: Life jackets are strongly urged for all vessel occupants across open water.
Ramp Accessibility: Local elevation datum referenced for safe boating operations on Woods Canyon Lake.
Advisory Threshold: Official Lake Wind Advisories trigger when sustained winds reach 15 mph or waves exceed 3 ft.
Current index calculated from verified local atmospheric, hydrographic & alert inputs.
Very Poor / Avoid for boating (15/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 12 mph from the south. Working against it: Active severe alert: Flood Watch. 92% chance of precipitation is likely. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Not available from a verified source for this lake: verified water access. Confidence is high (88%).
| Forecast Time | Wind (mph) | Gust (mph) | Direction | Surface Chop & Fetch | Watercraft Readiness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 17 mph | 38 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 7 AM | 18 mph | 39 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 8 AM | 20 mph | 40 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 9 AM | 20 mph | 41 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 10 AM | 20 mph | 41 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 11 AM | 20 mph | 40 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 12 PM | 20 mph | 41 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 1 PM | 20 mph | 43 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 2 PM | 20 mph | 43 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 3 PM | 20 mph | 43 mph | SW | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 4 PM | 17 mph | 41 mph | SW | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 5 PM | 16 mph | 39 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 6 PM | 17 mph | 41 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 7 PM | 17 mph | 41 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 8 PM | 16 mph | 38 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 9 PM | 17 mph | 39 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 10 PM | 16 mph | 37 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
| 11 PM | 16 mph | 37 mph | S | Heavy wind chop (2–4 ft waves); small craft caution | Caution |
Surface chop expands with sustained wind duration across Woods Canyon Lake's open water fetch. Early morning hours typically offer the calmest navigation before thermal afternoon winds develop.
Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are currently being cataloged for Woods Canyon Lake. Public launches are managed by state, county, or local park authorities.
Ramp operational status and courtesy dock availability are subject to seasonal water level shifts and lake management authority guidelines.
Current index calculated from verified local atmospheric, hydrographic & alert inputs.
Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (4/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 12 mph from the south. Working against it: Active severe alert: Flood Watch. Gusts to 29 mph. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. The forecast mentions thunderstorms, which carries a risk penalty. Combined air and water temperature is 108°F (below the 120°F safety guideline). Thermal protection recommended for paddle craft. Confidence is high (90%).