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Neshannock Creek Report - 7/10/2025

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Weather for Thursday, July 10

Weather forecast for Volant, Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

87° F

Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Areas of fog before 10am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Wind 3 mph S
Precipitation 17% Chance of rain

5-Day Forecast

This Afternoon
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
Tonight
64°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Areas Of Fog
32%
Friday
87°
Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
Friday Night
65°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog
17%
Saturday
89°
Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%

24-Hour Forecast

8:00 PM
82°
31%
9:00 PM
81°
33%
10:00 PM
80°
32%
11:00 PM
78°
31%
12:00 AM
76°
7%
1:00 AM
73°
5%
2:00 AM
71°
2%
3:00 AM
70°
1%
4:00 AM
68°
1%
5:00 AM
68°
2%
6:00 AM
67°
0%
7:00 AM
66°
0%
8:00 AM
66°
0%
9:00 AM
66°
0%
10:00 AM
65°
0%
11:00 AM
67°
0%
12:00 PM
68°
4%
1:00 PM
72°
4%
2:00 PM
78°
4%
3:00 PM
80°
4%
4:00 PM
82°
4%
5:00 PM
83°
4%
6:00 PM
84°
17%
7:00 PM
84°
17%

USGS Water Monitoring

Real-time streamflow and water quality data from USGS monitoring stations

Last updated: Jul 10, 7:30 PM
Status Indicators:
High
Normal
Low
Avg Streamflow 394 ft³/s Across 10 stations
Avg Gage Height 2.97 ft Across 11 stations
Avg Water Temp 24.8°C 76.7°F

Station Details

Streamflow
459 ft³/s
Range: 540 - 8,660 ft³/s (Last 90 days)
540 8,660
7:30 PM
Gage Height
2.32 ft
7:30 PM
Streamflow
663 ft³/s
Range: 680 - 6,890 ft³/s (Last 90 days)
680 6,890
8:00 PM
Gage Height
2.87 ft
8:00 PM
Water Temperature
26.1°C (79.0°F)
Range: 8.3°C - 26.2°C (Last 89 days)
8:00 PM
Streamflow
36 ft³/s
Range: 42 - 2,270 ft³/s (Last 84 days)
42 2,270
8:15 PM
Gage Height
1.34 ft
8:15 PM
Streamflow
264 ft³/s
Range: 241 - 4,770 ft³/s (Last 89 days)
241 4,770
7:45 PM
Gage Height
2.56 ft
7:45 PM
Water Temperature
21.0°C (69.8°F)
Range: 6.7°C - 25.3°C (Last 85 days)
7:45 PM
Streamflow
87 ft³/s
3:00 AM
Gage Height
4.88 ft
Range: 4.94 - 12.25 ft (Last 90 days)
4.94 12.25
7:30 PM
Water Temperature
24.2°C (75.6°F)
Range: 6.5°C - 26.5°C (Last 90 days)
7:30 PM
Streamflow
443 ft³/s
Range: 256 - 4,080 ft³/s (Last 90 days)
256 4,080
7:45 PM
Gage Height
2.96 ft
7:45 PM
Water Temperature
25.9°C (78.6°F)
Range: 9.4°C - 27°C (Last 90 days)
7:45 PM
Gage Height
6.41 ft
Range: 5.88 - 11.59 ft (Last 90 days)
5.88 11.59
7:45 PM
Water Temperature
23.7°C (74.7°F)
Range: 9.2°C - 24.6°C (Last 90 days)
7:45 PM
Streamflow
1,410 ft³/s
Range: 1,440 - 13,900 ft³/s (Last 90 days)
1,440 13,900
8:00 PM
Gage Height
3.63 ft
8:00 PM
Water Temperature
26.6°C (79.9°F)
Range: 9.3°C - 28.7°C (Last 90 days)
8:00 PM
Streamflow
197 ft³/s
Range: 133 - 3,960 ft³/s (Last 89 days)
133 3,960
8:30 PM
Gage Height
2.17 ft
8:30 PM
Water Temperature
26.4°C (79.5°F)
Range: 7.7°C - 27°C (Last 88 days)
8:30 PM
Streamflow
29 ft³/s
Range: 31 - 385 ft³/s (Last 90 days)
31 385
8:15 PM
Gage Height
1.75 ft
8:15 PM
Streamflow
356 ft³/s
Range: 210 - 4,500 ft³/s (Last 87 days)
210 4,500
7:30 PM
Gage Height
1.83 ft
7:30 PM

Lunar Information

Current moon phase and astronomical data

Thursday, July 10, 2025
🌕

Full Moon

Illumination 100%

Lunar Events

Next Phase Full Moon Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 16:37 DT Today
Moonrise 21:21 DT
Moonset 05:16 DT
Highest Point 00:55 DT Upper transit

Disclaimer: The following report is compiled using artificial intelligence from current available data. Accuracy is not guarenteed. Always check local laws and regulations before fishing.

Overall Fishing Conditions

  • Summer conditions on Neshannock Creek look moderately good, with warm water temperatures around 75-80°F potentially slowing fish activity during peak heat, but low flows will concentrate trout in deeper pools and runs for easier targeting.
  • A full moon tonight could boost nocturnal feeding, while afternoon thunderstorms add a 30% chance of rain that might stir up the water and improve conditions briefly.

Likely Insect Hatches and Their Timing

  • Expect increased terrestrial activity like ants and beetles in the late afternoon and evening due to warm weather and full moon illumination.
  • Midges and small mayflies may hatch sporadically in the morning, but high water temps could limit their intensity until cooler evening hours.

Best Fishing Techniques and Fly Patterns

  • Use nymphing or dry-dropper rigs for subsurface action, as fish may be holding deep to escape the heat.
  • Go with patterns like a size 16 Pheasant Tail nymph or a #14 Elk Hair Caddis for reliable strikes, adjusting to terrestrials like a black ant if you see surface rises.

Tips for Wading and Casting

  • Wade carefully on slippery rocks due to potential afternoon rain making the creek banks muddy; stick to slower sections with low flows for stability.
  • Keep casts short and precise in tight spaces, using a 9-foot rod with a 5-weight line to handle light winds and avoid spooking fish in clear water.

How to Approach the River

  • Enter quietly from upstream to avoid alarming fish in the low, clear flows, focusing on shaded areas or pools near bends where cooler water collects.
  • Scout for wildlife and weather changes, like building storms, to stay safe while moving along the banks.

Best Times of Day to Fish

  • Early morning around sunrise offers cooler water and less pressure, making it prime for hatches.
  • Evening after the thunderstorms pass, around moonrise at 9:21 PM, should see the most activity with the full moon enhancing visibility and feeding.

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