81°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
Somerset County, PA · Lake
Laurel Hill State Park
1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501
1,200-foot sand beach on 63-acre Laurel Hill Lake in the Laurel Highlands. Lifeguarded 11 AM–7 PM Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day. Maximum depth 5 feet. Boat rentals (paddleboards, canoes, kayaks), food concession, amphitheater, volleyball court, camping, heated showers. Open 8 AM to sunset late-May through Labor Day.
Today's Conditions
Mixed conditions today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 48% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. West wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 10pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 3am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. West wind 3 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 48% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 4:11pm edt until july 19 at 12:00am edt by nws state college pa
35 /100
ok
48 Sunbathe
15 Walk
10 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 4:11PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:03PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS State College PA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
W
Rain
48%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.1h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
8:43 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Mostly Sunny
4%
84
80°
Sunny
1%
87
81°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
19
74°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
68%
21
74°
Mostly Sunny
8%
83
78°
Sunny
6%
85
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 48% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
4:10 PM - 6:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Laurel Hill State Park today?
Laurel Hill State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Laurel Hill State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Laurel Hill State Park?
Entry to Laurel Hill State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Laurel Hill State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Laurel Hill State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Laurel Hill State Park?
Amenities at Laurel Hill State Park include lifeguards, beach, bathhouse, concession, boat rentals, camping, volleyball, amphitheater.
When is the water warmest at Laurel Hill State Park?
Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Laurel Hill State Park located?
Laurel Hill State Park is in Somerset County, PA, at 1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd, Somerset, PA 15501.
Nearby Beaches
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