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Pickens Lake

Reservoir

Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Young; Jack; Wise; Denton; Collin; Stephens; Palo Pinto; Parker; Tarrant; Dallas; Rockwall; Kaufman and other areas.

  • An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Young; Jack; Wise; Denton; Collin; Stephens; Palo Pinto; Parker; Tarrant; Dallas; Rockwall; Kaufman and other areas.
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
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Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Young; Jack; Wise; Denton; Collin; Stephens; Palo Pinto; Parker; Tarrant; Dallas; Rockwall; Kaufman and other areas.

  • An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Young; Jack; Wise; Denton; Collin; Stephens; Palo Pinto; Parker; Tarrant; Dallas; Rockwall; Kaufman and other areas. NWS Fort Worth TX
  • No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

Official advisories

Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.

Weather at Pickens Lake

H: 107° L: 79°
Clear
Clear
80°
|
Feels like 81°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
58%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
86°
3 AM
Clear
82°
6 AM
Clear
80°
9 AM
Sunny
87°
12 PM
Sunny
104°
3 PM
Sunny
105°
6 PM
Light rain shower
91°
9 PM
Overcast
91°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pickens Lake?
Pickens Lake is a reservoir in Texas.
Can you swim at Pickens Lake?
Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Young; Jack; Wise; Denton; Collin; Stephens; Palo Pinto; Parker; Tarrant; Dallas; Rockwall; Kaufman and other areas. Checked August 22, 2026.

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