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Palmer Pond

Lake

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy NLHC3, as of Aug 22, 7:30 AM UTC
Water temp
70°F
21°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy NLHC3 (17.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 7:30 AM UTC.

Weather at Palmer Pond

H: 72° L: 63°
Overcast
Overcast
65°
|
Feels like 64°
Precipitation
78%
Humidity
85%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
65°
3 AM
Overcast
65°
6 AM
Overcast
64°
9 AM
Overcast
68°
12 PM
Overcast
71°
3 PM
Light rain
69°
6 PM
Mist
66°
9 PM
Fog
63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Palmer Pond?
Palmer Pond is a lake in Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Palmer Pond?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Palmer Pond in Connecticut is 70°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy NLHC3, 17.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Palmer Pond?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Palmer Pond have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Palmer Pond include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby