Station Name: Skibo 2W
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,529 feet

Nearest Address:
Skibo Lookout Road
Hoyt Lakes, MN
St. Louis County

GPS Coordinates: 47.4811, -92.04

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Advisory issued May 7 at 10:15AM CDT until May 11 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Effective: Thu May 7, 2026, 10:15 AM
Expires: Mon May 11, 2026, 3:45 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Cook, Lake and St. Louis Counties. * WHEN...Until 345 PM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas, rivers and around area lakes. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1015 AM CDT Thursday, elevated river and lake levels continue. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Isabella River, Moose River, Jeanette Creek, Horse River, Basswood River, Kawishiwi River, and Hustler River. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25 inches are expected over the area through early next week. Expect high, fast moving water on area rivers and elevated lake levels. Water levels are near or above those seen during flood events in Spring 2022 and June 2024. Areas near the end of the Gunflint Trail and Ely will see slow decreases in elevated water levels through this weekend. For areas near and on Basswood Lake and Lac La Croix, expect rises to continue into this weekend, with peak flows expected during the week of May 11. Those venturing into the Boundary Waters should prepare for high water and possible inundation of portages and campsites, as well as dangerous rapids and very cold water. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Gunflint Lake, Snowbank Lake, Basswood Lake, Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Fall Lake, White Iron Lake, Sea Gull Lake, Saganaga Lake, Ensign Lake, Disappointment Lake and Lac La Croix. - Flood safety information can be found at www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

Campers and hikers should avoid flooded trail crossings. If camping at a site along or near the banks of rivers or streams, move away from those locations and seek higher ground. Portage and hiking trails may be impassable and low-lying campsites may be inundated with excessive runoff in this section of the Boundary Waters as flooding is occurring or imminent. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and to the National Weather Service in Duluth when you can do so safely. Flooding can be reported to the National Weather Service at 1-800-685-8612.

Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 1:28AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 1:28 AM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 2:00 PM

Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 20 to 25 mph are forecast for this afternoon and early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 15 to 25 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.