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Photo: Chautauqua Lake at Lakewood, New York, July 2008 by Banderas (Public domain) License

Chautauqua Lake

Lake · Chautauqua Lake, New York

Rainy today

Large lake with shoreline parks, popular for recreational boating, fishing & dinner cruises.

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Current water conditions

Water temp
78°F
25°C
Comfortable for a swim today. The water's in a comfortable range. Still check depth, currents, and the forecast, and follow any posted advisories before getting in.

Live data from NOAA buoy 45167 (36 mi away), as of Aug 20, 9:20 PM UTC. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories before swimming.

Weather at Chautauqua Lake

H: 80° L: 60°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
75°
|
Feels like 73°
Precipitation
59%
Humidity
52%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
64°
3 AM
Overcast
61°
6 AM
Overcast
60°
9 AM
Overcast
67°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Chautauqua Lake?
Chautauqua Lake is a lake in Chautauqua Lake, New York.
What is the water temperature at Chautauqua Lake?
As of August 20, 2026, the water temperature at Chautauqua Lake in Chautauqua Lake, New York is 78°F (25°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45167, 36 miles away.
Can you swim at Chautauqua Lake?
There is no fixed answer for Chautauqua Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Chautauqua Lake in Chautauqua Lake, New York. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Chautauqua Lake rated?
Chautauqua Lake in Chautauqua Lake, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 205 reviews.

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