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Can you swim here today?

School Section Lake

Ottawa, Wisconsin · Lake

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at School Section Lake is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45013, 33.9 miles away.

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy 45013, as of Aug 22, 2:00 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
73°F
23°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Wisconsin yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy 45013 (33.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:00 AM UTC.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.