
Downs Lake
Downs Lake is a 425-acre, 2 1/2 mile long lake 18 miles Southwest of Cheney. The marshy shoreline is a sure bet for Largmouths warming after the winter months. Downs Lake is reached by taking exit 254 off of I-90. Turn Left at the stop sign and then left again at the sign for Downs Lake.
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Downs Lake
Downs Lake is a 425-acre, 2 1/2 mile long lake 18 miles Southwest of Cheney. The marshy shoreline is a sure bet for Largmouths warming after the winter months. Downs Lake is reached by taking exit 254 off of I-90. Turn Left at the stop sign and then left again at the sign for Downs Lake.
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Water Temperature
Latest Water Temperature Data: Current water temperature for Downs Lake is 77° Fahrenheit - providing real-time thermal conditions for fishing, swimming, and water recreation planning.
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Forecast: Wednesday, Jul 9
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Weather Forecast & Fishing Conditions at Downs Lake
Today's weather at Downs Lake features partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 62°F to 88°F. Wind conditions will average 13 mph with gusts reaching up to 29 mph, creating good fishing conditions with moderate winds. The UV index will reach 9 (Very High), and there's a 0% chance of precipitation. The current water temperature is 77°F (updated Jul 4), 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 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)
Best Bite Times
Major Times (Peak)
7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
2:42 PM - 5:12 PM
Minor Times (Good)
3:13 AM - 4:43 AM
9:49 AM - 11:19 AM
Fishing Intelligence
Today's fishing action at Downs Lake is rated 3/5 (Todays action is rated a 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). For the best results, target the major bite times around 7:00 AM and 2:42 PM.
Water Temp Impact: With the water at 77°F, expect good activity from warm-water species like bass and panfish.
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Water Temperature History
Trends for Downs Lake
Current Temp
Measured on Jun 30
Latest recorded surface temperature.
Lowest in Period
32°F
On Mar 23
Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.
Average in Period
52°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: July (81°F).
- Coolest avg: January (34°F).
- Rapid warming often occurs: April → May (+13°F).
- Sharpest cooling trend: September → October (-20°F).
Weather Forecast
Wind speed and pressure trends
Hourly Wind Forecast
Wind Direction
302°
Pressure
1010 mb
Cloud Cover
12%
Visibility
37 miles
Daily Pressure Forecast


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