Marine Forecasts for the Open Waters of Lake Erie
Summary: A marine forecast for Lake Erie issued by the NWS Cleveland office on June 17, 2026, detailing wind, wave, and weather conditions for open waters through Sunday.
This National Weather Service forecast for the open waters of Lake Erie (issued 9:30 AM EDT, June 17, 2026) provides a detailed outlook for waters beyond five nautical miles from shore. The synopsis indicates a low-pressure system deepening over the region, with a warm front followed by a strong cold front moving through tonight into Thursday. The forecast includes specific wind and wave height predictions for various zones across the lake, noting significant wave heights and occasional higher waves, particularly during the passage of the cold front. Thunderstorm risks are highlighted for the evening and overnight periods.
Document outline
1. Issuance Information (9:30 AM EDT, June 17, 2026) 2. Synopsis of Weather Systems 3. Zone Forecasts: Detroit River to The Islands (LEZ162-164) 4. Zone Forecasts: Vermilion to Conneaut (LEZ165-168) 5. Zone Forecasts: Ripley to Buffalo (LEZ061, LEZ169) 6. MAFOR (Marine Forecast) Codes and Summary