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Rising Sun Lake

Park · Allentown, New Jersey

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy NBLP1, as of Aug 22, 2:00 PM UTC
Water temp
77°F
25°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy NBLP1 (16 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:00 PM UTC.

Weather at Rising Sun Lake

H: 79° L: 67°
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
72°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
86%
Humidity
85%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0.8
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
69°
3 AM
Mist
68°
6 AM
Smoky haze
69°
9 AM
Light drizzle
70°
12 PM
Light drizzle
75°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
78°
6 PM
Light drizzle
75°
9 PM
Light drizzle
70°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rising Sun Lake?
Rising Sun Lake is a park in Allentown, New Jersey.
What is the water temperature at Rising Sun Lake?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Rising Sun Lake in Allentown, New Jersey is 77°F (25°C), measured by NOAA buoy NBLP1, 16 miles away.
Can you swim at Rising Sun Lake?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Rising Sun Lake rated?
Rising Sun Lake in Allentown, New Jersey has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 37 reviews.

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Location & Contact

1, Eldridge Rd, Allentown, NJ 08501

Allentown, New Jersey 08501

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