Contoocook Village Weather

* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the lower 70s may cause
people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures
which are currently only in the upper 30s and lower 40s across
Sebago Lake and Lake Winnipesaukee, and in the region's smaller
lakes and rivers.

* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to
anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard,
when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of
immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high.
Anyone on small boats, canoes, or kayaks should plan accordingly
if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this
threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life
jacket!

* Breezy winds are also expected this weekend with gusts up to 25 mph
from the southwest. If boating on large bodies of water, these
winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat, canoe,
or kayak due to increased wave heights.

* Due to rain, area rivers continue to run fast with swift water
currents. The swift water can easily overturn a kayak or canoe into
the frigid river waters. Once in the cold water, the strong
currents will make it difficult to reach safety.