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Prescott Lake

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

lake in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States of America

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy 45183, as of Aug 22, 4:00 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
72°F
22°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy 45183 (16.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:00 AM UTC.

Weather at Prescott Lake

H: 73° L: 62°
Overcast
Overcast
64°
|
Feels like 60°
Precipitation
84%
Humidity
88%
Wind
11 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
64°
3 AM
Overcast
64°
6 AM
Overcast
62°
9 AM
Light rain
64°
12 PM
Moderate rain
67°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
70°
9 PM
Clear
66°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Prescott Lake?
Prescott Lake is a lake in Michigan.
What is the water temperature at Prescott Lake?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Prescott Lake in Michigan is 72°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45183, 16.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Prescott Lake?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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