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Howard Reservoir

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: a Heat Advisory is in effect for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and other areas.

  • A Heat Advisory is in effect for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and other areas.
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.
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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: a Heat Advisory is in effect for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and other areas.

  • A Heat Advisory is in effect for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and other areas. NWS Pocatello ID
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

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

Weather at Howard Reservoir

H: 98° L: 66°
Overcast
Overcast
96°
|
Feels like 82°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
13%
Wind
21 mph
UV Index
1.2
Water Conditions:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Clear
79°
3 AM
Cloudy
76°
6 AM
Clear
66°
9 AM
Overcast
72°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
91°
3 PM
Sunny
98°
6 PM
Overcast
96°
9 PM
Overcast
87°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Howard Reservoir?
Howard Reservoir is a reservoir in Idaho.
Can you swim at Howard Reservoir?
Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: a Heat Advisory is in effect for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and other areas. Checked August 22, 2026.

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Location & Contact

Idaho

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