Roosevelt Lake

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Roosevelt Bridge over Roosevelt Lake in Arizona, Theodore Roosevelt Dam in background
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Today’s Forecast:

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109°F
Current Temperature
Station: TTBA3
Observed at: 8:11 pm
Wind: 8 mph | Humidity: 17%
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Extreme Heat Warning
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 24 at 2:21PM MST until July 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ (Expires: July 27, 2026 10:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 103 to 118 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Portions of South-central Arizona. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, Call 2-1-1 to find a free cooling center, transportation, water and more. Instructions: An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details.
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Air Quality Alert
Air Quality Alert issued July 23 at 9:15AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ (Expires: July 24, 2026 11:00 pm)
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Description: AQAPSR The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has extended an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area through Friday. This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. You are urged to car pool, telecommute or use mass transit. The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late in the day. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.

Tonight:Partly cloudy, with a low around 89. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday:A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny. High near 109, with temperatures falling to around 104 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday Night:A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 84, with temperatures rising to around 86 overnight. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Today’s Report:

⛵ Boating

Not Recommended
  5 /100

Not Recommended for boating. High near 108°F. Low rain risk (29%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Extreme heat (high near 108°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (108°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Heat: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 13/100

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  4 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 108°F. Risk of rain later today (29%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Extreme heat (high near 108°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (108°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Heat: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 13/100

⛺ Camping

Not Recommended
  5 /100

Not Recommended for camping. High near 108°F. Low rain risk (29%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Extreme heat (high near 108°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (108°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Heat: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
  • Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 5/100

🐟 Fishing

Not Recommended
  5 /100

Not Recommended for fishing. High near 108°F. Low rain risk (29%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Extreme heat (high near 108°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (108°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Heat: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 12/100

About Roosevelt Lake

Roosevelt Lake is a Tonto Basin reservoir page for boating, paddling, shoreline camping, fishing access, scenic drives, and trips that connect the Salt River lakes with Globe and Payson routes.

Make the Most of a Roosevelt Lake Day

Use wind, heat, storm timing, and road conditions to choose a marina, campground, or shore-based plan. The area is broad and remote enough that backup plans should be chosen before leaving town.

Weather Tips for Roosevelt Lake

  • Lake wind, lightning, extreme heat, limited shade, wildfire restrictions, smoke, and flash flooding near washes can all affect lake plans.
  • Check wind, waves, current, and lightning before choosing open water, shoreline, or river plans.
  • For campground days, check overnight lows, fire restrictions, storm timing, and how quickly shelter is available.
  • Never treat dry washes or canyon bottoms as safe during nearby storms because runoff can arrive from miles away.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Roosevelt Lake, including Roosevelt Lake marinas and recreation sites, Tonto Basin, Roosevelt Dam, Tonto National Monument approaches, and nearby Salt River lake routes. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Tonto Basin
  • Roosevelt Dam
  • Tonto National Monument
  • Cholla Recreation Site
  • Windy Hill area
  • Punkin Center
  • Salt River approaches

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Roosevelt Lake rather than forcing one itinerary. Match heat, sun exposure, wind, storm timing, water conditions, trail surfaces, fire restrictions, elevation, and road conditions to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.

7-Day Forecast for Roosevelt Lake

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109°F
Current Temperature
Station: TTBA3
Observed at: 8:11 pm
Wind: 8 mph | Humidity: 17%
Sat ⛈
109° 84°
29%
Sun ⛈
104° 84°
19%
Mon ⛈
102° 83°
18%
Tue ⛈
101° 82°
17%
Wed ⛈
103° 83°
11%
Thu ⛈
106° 85°
13%
Fri ⛈
107° --°
15%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

109° Sat 104° Sun 102° Mon 101° Tue 103° Wed 106° Thu 107° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

84° Sat 84° Sun 83° Mon 82° Tue 83° Wed 85° Thu 50° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 5 Sat 5 Sun 12 Mon 12 Tue 12 Wed 5 Thu 5 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: July 24, 2026 9:06 pm CDT