
Lake Lanier
With several million visitors annually enjoying its recreational facilities, Lake Lanier is the most popular lake in the southeast. You will enjoy the time you spend at Lake Lanier. We guarantee it. Lanier is the largest lake in Georgia, having nearly 700 miles of shoreline spread over 38,000 acres. The water in Lake Lanier comes from Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The rain falls on the mountains, runs over beautiful waterfalls, and then makes its way down to Lake Lanier via the Chattahoochee and Chestatee Rivers. The completion of the Buford Dam on the south end of the lake in 1956 turned the areaâÂÃâ¬ÂÃâ¢s Chattahoochee and Chestatee Rivers into Lake Lanier.
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Lake Lanier
With several million visitors annually enjoying its recreational facilities, Lake Lanier is the most popular lake in the southeast. You will enjoy the time you spend at Lake Lanier. We guarantee it. Lanier is the largest lake in Georgia, having nearly 700 miles of shoreline spread over 38,000 acres. The water in Lake Lanier comes from Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains. The rain falls on the mountains, runs over beautiful waterfalls, and then makes its way down to Lake Lanier via the Chattahoochee and Chestatee Rivers. The completion of the Buford Dam on the south end of the lake in 1956 turned the areaâÂÃâ¬ÂÃâ¢s Chattahoochee and Chestatee Rivers into Lake Lanier.
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Water Temperature
Latest Water Temperature Data: Current water temperature for Lake Lanier is 85° Fahrenheit - providing real-time thermal conditions for fishing, swimming, and water recreation planning.
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Forecast: Sunday, Jul 13
MostlyClear
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Precipitation
Wind
Sun, Moon & UV
Weather Forecast & Fishing Conditions at Lake Lanier
Today's weather at Lake Lanier features partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 73°F to 91°F. Wind conditions will average 5 mph with gusts reaching up to 14 mph, creating excellent fishing conditions with calm waters. The UV index will reach 10 (Very High), and there's a 44% chance of precipitation. The current water temperature is 85°F (updated Jul 10), indicating that warm-water species like bass and panfish will be highly active. These conditions will significantly impact fish behavior and angling success throughout the day.
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Solunar Fishing Forecast
Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)
Best Bite Times
Major Times (Peak)
7:17 AM - 9:47 AM
8:31 PM - 11:01 PM
Minor Times (Good)
2:29 AM - 3:59 AM
12:43 PM - 2:13 PM
Fishing Intelligence
Today's fishing action at Lake Lanier is rated 2/5 (Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). For the best results, target the major bite times around 7:17 AM and 8:31 PM.
Water Temp Impact: With the water at 85°F, expect good activity from warm-water species like bass and panfish.
Common Fish Species
Nearby Lakes
Water Temperature History
Trends for Lake Lanier
Current Temp
Measured on Jul 9
Latest recorded surface temperature.
Lowest in Period
44°F
On Dec 22
Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.
Average in Period
64°F
Typical temp during the Last 12 Months.
Temperature Trend: Last 12 Months
Surface temperature over the selected period.
Key Observations (Last 12 Months)
- Warmest avg: August (84°F).
- Coolest avg: January (47°F).
- Rapid warming often occurs: April → May (+13°F).
- Sharpest cooling trend: August → September (-10°F).
Weather Forecast
Wind speed and pressure trends
Hourly Wind Forecast
Wind Direction
254°
Pressure
1018 mb
Cloud Cover
25%
Visibility
11 miles
Daily Pressure Forecast


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