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Lake George

Lake · Hammond, Indiana

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable 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.
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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable 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 45198, as of Aug 21, 6:20 PM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
73°F
23°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy 45198 (15.6 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:20 PM UTC.

Weather at Lake George

H: 82° L: 61°
Cloudy
Cloudy
78°
|
Feels like 77°
Precipitation
78%
Humidity
49%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
5.9
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
64°
3 AM
Clear
62°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
61°
9 AM
Sunny
71°
12 PM
Overcast
77°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
82°
6 PM
Overcast
75°
9 PM
Moderate or heavy rain shower
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake George?
Lake George is a lake in Hammond, Indiana.
What is the water temperature at Lake George?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Lake George in Hammond, Indiana is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45198, 15.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Lake George?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Lake George rated?
Lake George in Hammond, Indiana has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 10 reviews.

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Hammond, IN 46394

Hammond, Indiana 46394

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