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Crystal Lake

Lake · Gilmanton, New Hampshire

Cool water — ease in carefully

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Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 65°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 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy SEIM1, as of Aug 22, 4:48 AM UTC
Water temp
65°F
18°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy SEIM1 (38.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:48 AM UTC.

Weather at Crystal Lake

H: 63° L: 57°
Overcast
Overcast
62°
|
Feels like 61°
Precipitation
79%
Humidity
63%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
63°
3 AM
Overcast
62°
6 AM
Overcast
63°
9 AM
Overcast
63°
12 PM
Overcast
63°
3 PM
Light rain shower
57°
6 PM
Light rain shower
58°
9 PM
Fog
58°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake is a lake in Gilmanton, New Hampshire.
What is the water temperature at Crystal Lake?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Crystal Lake in Gilmanton, New Hampshire is 65°F (18°C), measured by NOAA buoy SEIM1, 38.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Crystal Lake?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Crystal Lake rated?
Crystal Lake in Gilmanton, New Hampshire has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 12 reviews.

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Gilmanton, NH 03837

Gilmanton, New Hampshire 03837

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