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Edward MacDowell Lake

Fishing lake · Peterborough, New Hampshire

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Weather at Edward MacDowell Lake

H: 76° L: 58°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
69°
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Feels like 66°
Precipitation
73%
Humidity
62%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
5.9
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Light drizzle
61°
3 AM
Patchy light drizzle
58°
6 AM
Light drizzle
60°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
65°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
72°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
70°
6 PM
Sunny
68°
9 PM
Clear
62°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Edward MacDowell Lake?
Edward MacDowell Lake is a fishing lake in Peterborough, New Hampshire.
Can you swim at Edward MacDowell Lake?
There is no fixed answer for Edward MacDowell Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Edward MacDowell Lake in Peterborough, New Hampshire. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Edward MacDowell Lake rated?
Edward MacDowell Lake in Peterborough, New Hampshire has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.

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  • Monitor water quality reports before swimming
Best Seasons:
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Location & Contact

75 Wilder St, Peterborough, NH 03458

Peterborough, New Hampshire 03458

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