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Carolina Forest Lake

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 Flood Watch is in effect for Alamance; Orange; Durham; Randolph; Chatham; Wake; Johnston; Wilson; Stanly; Montgomery; Moore; Lee; Harnett and other areas.

  • A Flood Watch is in effect for Alamance; Orange; Durham; Randolph; Chatham; Wake; Johnston; Wilson; Stanly; Montgomery; Moore; Lee; Harnett and other areas.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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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 Flood Watch is in effect for Alamance; Orange; Durham; Randolph; Chatham; Wake; Johnston; Wilson; Stanly; Montgomery; Moore; Lee; Harnett and other areas.

  • A Flood Watch is in effect for Alamance; Orange; Durham; Randolph; Chatham; Wake; Johnston; Wilson; Stanly; Montgomery; Moore; Lee; Harnett and other areas. NWS Raleigh NC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

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

Weather at Carolina Forest Lake

H: 87° L: 68°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
72°
|
Feels like 76°
Precipitation
81%
Humidity
86%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Heavy rain
73°
3 AM
Heavy rain
71°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
9 AM
Overcast
72°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
79°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
87°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
9 PM
Clear
78°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carolina Forest Lake?
Carolina Forest Lake is a reservoir in North Carolina.
Can you swim at Carolina Forest Lake?
Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: a Flood Watch is in effect for Alamance; Orange; Durham; Randolph; Chatham; Wake; Johnston; Wilson; Stanly; Montgomery; Moore; Lee; Harnett and other areas. Checked August 22, 2026.

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Location & Contact

North Carolina

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