Lake Erie is the shallowest Great Lake. This makes the temperature change quickly as the seasons change.
What is the Water Temperature of Lake Erie?
Lake Erie Water Temperature | Fishing and Activities
Lake Erie Temp and Walleye Fishing
The temperature of Lake Erie plays a part in Lake Erie walleye Fishing. Fishing is the best in shallow water in the Spring and Fall. Fishing moves offshore to deeper water in the summer.
- In the fall you can expect temperatures in the 55-68 degree range. This heavily depends on how quickly the air temperature drops and rainfall.
- In the wintertime, you can expect temperatures in the 35-40 degree range depending on ice coverage.
- In the spring, the fishing turns on when the water gets into the 40’s. Slower methods will work until the water hits the low 50’s.
The walleye and smallmouth fishing is best in the Spring and Fall. Not only because they are are spawning, but they are easily targeted in rocky areas.
