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Forest Lake
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
lake in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 45147, as of Aug 22, 10:00 AM UTC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy 45147 (33.6 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:00 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Forest Lake?
- Forest Lake is a lake in Michigan.
- What is the water temperature at Forest Lake?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Forest Lake in Michigan is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45147, 33.6 miles away.
- Can you swim at Forest Lake?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
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