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Devils Lake conditions today

Devils Lake, North Dakota
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Water level

1,449.85ft

Steady this week

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Wind and gusts0 to 30+ ktScoreGood, caution, stay ashoreNightBest windowArrows point where the wind blows to.

Outlook. Monday: E wind 7 to 10 kt, gusts to 16 kt, high near 39°F. Tuesday: ESE wind 10 to 13 kt, gusts to 19 kt, high near 44°F.

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Water level

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1,449.85ft NGVD29

-0.06 ft in 7 days
Sep 25Oct 10Oct 25

Reading from Oct 26, 2026.

Devils Lake was at 1,449.85 ft on October 26, holding steady over the past week (-0.06 ft).

Lake facts

Type
Natural lake
State
North Dakota
Surface area
79,682 acres
Elevation
1,450 ft
USGS gauge
05056500, Devils Lake near Devils Lake, ND
Coordinates
48.0347° N, 98.9442° W

Background reading: Devils Lake on Wikipedia

About Devils Lake

Set in North Dakota, Devils Lake is a 79,682-acre natural lake. The water surface sits about 1,450 ft above sea level.

Water level on this page comes from USGS gauge 05056500 (Devils Lake near Devils Lake, ND), about 5 mi from the middle of the lake. Wind, gusts and rain come from the National Weather Service forecast grid that covers the water.

With this much open water, waves build quickly when the wind lines up with the long axis of the lake. Pick a launch on the upwind shore on breezy days and the ride home is easier.

The go or no-go calls above are a starting point, not a guarantee. Read how we score conditions, and always check local rules and posted warnings before you launch.

Devils Lake questions

Is it windy on Devils Lake today?

The National Weather Service forecast for the lake from October 26: Monday: E wind 7 to 10 kt, gusts to 16 kt, high near 39°F. The panel at the top of this page refreshes the current wind, gusts and direction when you open it and turns them into a call for sailing, paddling, power boating and fishing.

What is the water level at Devils Lake right now?

Devils Lake was at 1,449.85 ft on October 26, holding steady over the past week (-0.06 ft).

How big is Devils Lake?

Devils Lake covers about 79,682 acres (125 square miles) of surface water.

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