Where is Lake Forest?

Lake Forest is a reservoir in Alabama.

What is the water temperature at Lake Forest?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Lake Forest in Alabama is 88°F (31°C), measured by NOAA buoy OBLA1, 8.9 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Lake Forest

Reservoir

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

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Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — NOAA buoy OBLA1, as of Aug 22, 8:48 AM UTC

Water temp

88°F

31°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy OBLA1 (8.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:48 AM UTC.

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Weather at Lake Forest

H: 97° L: 75°

Overcast

76°

Feels like 83°

Precipitation

Humidity

90%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

79°

3 AM

77°

6 AM

75°

9 AM

82°

12 PM

95°

3 PM

97°

6 PM

92°

9 PM

87°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Forest?: Lake Forest is a reservoir in Alabama.
What is the water temperature at Lake Forest?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Lake Forest in Alabama is 88°F (31°C), measured by NOAA buoy OBLA1, 8.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Lake Forest?: Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. Checked August 22, 2026.

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