Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay Weather
Lake • Central Oregon
The Shadow Bay recreation area at the south end of high-elevation Waldo Lake.
Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay weather at a glance
Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay is a lake at 5,418 feet in Central Oregon. The Shadow Bay recreation area at the south end of high-elevation Waldo Lake. Notable features include lake, camping, paddling, high-elevation, and snow-level-sensitive.
Current conditions are 53°F, feeling like 49°F, with 74% humidity, winds near 8 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cool and cloudy.
The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 52°F and an average low of 35°F, with about 8.0 hours of sunshine per day and 1.1 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 40.2 inches.
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10-Day Forecast
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Hourly Forecast
Current Conditions
Comfort Breakdown
Weather Maps
About the weather maps for Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay
Each preview is centered on Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.
These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.
Nearby Temperature Comparison
Conditions at nearby Central Oregon destinations
Tip: Central Oregon temps can vary 20-30°F within a short distance due to microclimates.
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline
What the Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.
Positive and negative differences describe how Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.
Historical Climate Data
Long-term weather patterns and climate data
Data sources: NOAA HRRR rolling destination baseline for recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals.
Climate Overview
Based on HRRR rolling destination baseline (2024-09-01 to 2026-08-31)
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | 89 | 66.3° / 45.3° | 9.8h | 3d | 0.24" | 26 |
| October 2024 | 72 | 54.4° / 36.7° | 6.8h | 5d | 2.23" | 19 |
| November 2024 | 40 | 36° / 25.2° | 3.5h | 11d | 9.63" | 2 |
| December 2024 | 41 | 37.8° / 26.8° | 3.5h | 5d | 11.22" | 1 |
| January 2025 | 53 | 38.3° / 24.3° | 5.8h | 6d | 4.37" | 1 |
| February 2025 | 44 | 32.7° / 17.8° | 4.3h | 6d | 6.16" | 2 |
| March 2025 | 46 | 37.3° / 25.7° | 5.7h | 11d | 10.06" | 3 |
| April 2025 | 67 | 46.2° / 29.2° | 9.4h | 5d | 1.04" | 10 |
| May 2025 | 74 | 53.4° / 35.2° | 9.5h | 9d | 0.93" | 17 |
| June 2025 | 92 | 64.4° / 42.4° | 12h | 2d | 0.41" | 27 |
| July 2025 | 98 | 72° / 49.8° | 12.4h | 0d | 0.02" | 31 |
| August 2025 | 96 | 72.2° / 50.7° | 11.3h | 1d | 0.06" | 30 |
| September 2025 | 87 | 67.1° / 47.2° | 8.8h | 1d | 0.94" | 22 |
| October 2025 | 64 | 48.7° / 33.4° | 6.7h | 7d | 3.7" | 12 |
| November 2025 | 59 | 44.5° / 33° | 6.4h | 2d | 2.71" | 5 |
| December 2025 | 43 | 39.3° / 29.5° | 3.5h | 12d | 9.28" | 1 |
| January 2026 | 58 | 41° / 29.2° | 6.1h | 5d | 2.21" | 4 |
| February 2026 | 55 | 39.1° / 26.2° | 5.9h | 3d | 4.64" | 5 |
| March 2026 | 60 | 45.6° / 30.9° | 7.2h | 10d | 3.4" | 10 |
| April 2026 | 67 | 47° / 30.1° | 8.2h | 7d | 3.67" | 14 |
| May 2026 | 82 | 57.2° / 36.7° | 11h | 3d | 2.39" | 22 |
| June 2026 | 83 | 61.2° / 41.1° | 10.7h | 4d | 1.07" | 23 |
| July 2026 | 97 | 70.8° / 48.7° | 12.4h | 0d | 0.25" | 31 |
| August 2026 | 97 | 72° / 49.4° | 11.5h | 0d | 0" | 31 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.
Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.
Hourly Temperature, Wind, and Cloud Cover Patterns
Average local hour by month from 2016-05-01 to 2026-05-01
How to read the temperature heatmap for Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.
Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.
How to read the wind heatmap for Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.
Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.
How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.
Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.
Location Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay
What is the weather at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay right now?
Current conditions at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay are 53°F, feeling like 49°F, with 74% humidity, winds near 8 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cool and cloudy
What temperatures are typical at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay?
The location-specific record for 2024-09-01 through 2026-08-31 shows an average daily high of 52°F and an average low of 35°F at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.
How much rain does Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay get?
The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 40.2 inches of precipitation and 107 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.
How often is Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay foggy?
Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay averages about 1.1 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 60 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.
What are the best months to visit Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay for comfortable weather?
Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2025 (72°F/50°F average high/low and a 98 comfort score), July 2026 (71°F/49°F average high/low and a 97 comfort score), and August 2026 (72°F/49°F average high/low and a 97 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.
What kind of destination is Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay?
Waldo Lake South End / Shadow Bay is a lake at 5,418 feet. The Shadow Bay recreation area at the south end of high-elevation Waldo Lake. Notable features include lake, camping, paddling, high-elevation, and snow-level-sensitive.