Lake Erie and Lake Ontario Experience Showers and Thunderstorms with Mild Winds
The National Weather Service in Buffalo, NY, has issued a detailed Nearshore Marine Forecast for Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, highlighting a series of weather changes expected over the coming days. As of 4:03 PM EDT on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the water temperature off Buffalo is 74°F (23°C), while the water temperature off Rochester is 70°F (21°C). The forecast indicates light to moderate winds, with speeds ranging from 5 to 15 knots, and waves generally staying below 3 feet. Showers are likely throughout the week, with chances of thunderstorms increasing, particularly in the afternoons and evenings. Winds and waves are expected to be higher in and near thunderstorms.