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Photo: 164. The Lake Mooney (Hyodon clodalus). 165. The White Lake Bass (Labrax albidus). 166. The Common Pond-fish (Pomotis vulgaris) (NYPL b14505696-113760) by Scan by NYPL (Public domain) License

Lake Mooney

Reservoir

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 84°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 84°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Good to swimRainy today

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 84°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 84°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy NCDV2, as of Aug 22, 2:00 PM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
84°F
29°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy NCDV2 (27.8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:00 PM UTC.

Weather at Lake Mooney

H: 82° L: 68°
Light rain
Light rain
71°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
88%
Humidity
86%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
1.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
69°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
9 AM
Light rain
70°
12 PM
Moderate rain
71°
3 PM
Moderate rain at times
80°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
80°
9 PM
Moderate rain at times
73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Mooney?
Lake Mooney is a reservoir in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Lake Mooney?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Lake Mooney in Virginia is 84°F (29°C), measured by NOAA buoy NCDV2, 27.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Lake Mooney?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 84°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Lake Mooney rated?
Lake Mooney in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 36 reviews.

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Location & Contact

Virginia 22406

Virginia 22406

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