Originally Posted By: Bill D.
Originally Posted By: Bill Cody
My surface water temperature quickly increased and reached 50F yesterday after 2 days of 68-70F air temps. I expect YP eggs Friday or Saturday.


When I checked my water temp yesterday I found something interesting, at least to me. I have my thermometer set at a 26 inch depth. On the west side of the pond the temp was 52. On the east side it was 47. I noticed the ice went out on the west side first as well. Is it unusual to see that much difference from one side to the other in a little less than .5 acre pond?

Looks like I can start watching for ribbons as well. smile


Bill, what direction was the wind? Wind will push surface water to one side of the pond, and cooler water from the depths will upwell behind it. Also, areas of the pond that get the most direct sunlight will warm up faster, especially if there is a dark colored bottom.

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