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Fairbanks Lake

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
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lake in Lake County, Michigan, United States of America

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy 45024, as of Aug 22, 2:30 AM UTC
Water temp
69°F
21°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy 45024 (32.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:30 AM UTC.

Weather at Fairbanks Lake

H: 75° L: 57°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
65°
|
Feels like 66°
Precipitation
71%
Humidity
81%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
62°
3 AM
Overcast
59°
6 AM
Clear
57°
9 AM
Overcast
64°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
3 PM
Light drizzle
74°
6 PM
Light drizzle
74°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fairbanks Lake?
Fairbanks Lake is a lake in Michigan.
What is the water temperature at Fairbanks Lake?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Fairbanks Lake in Michigan is 69°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45024, 32.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Fairbanks Lake?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Fairbanks Lake have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Fairbanks Lake include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby