Lake Havasu
Reservoir Reservoir on the Colorado River, known for boating
A reservoir on the Colorado River at the Arizona-California border, created by Parker Dam and backed by Lake Havasu City. Popular activities include boating, jet‑skiing and visits to the relocated London Bridge.
Lake Havasu is a reservoir on the Colorado River in western Arizona, United States, created by Parker Dam and completed in 1938. It forms a long, narrow lake used extensively for boating, fishing and water recreation.
The eastern shore is home to Lake Havasu City, a purpose-built community known for water-based tourism and seasonal events. The lake and city attract visitors for boating, houseboats and waterfront recreation throughout the year.
A notable modern landmark associated with the community is the relocated London Bridge, which was dismantled in London and reassembled in Lake Havasu City in 1968. The reservoir also plays a role in regional water storage and management on the Colorado River.
The lake straddles the border area between Arizona and California; Lake Havasu City sits on the lake’s eastern shore in Arizona.
- Creation date: Formed by Parker Dam in 1938, creating a major recreational reservoir on the lower Colorado River.
How to Get to Lake Havasu #
Lake Havasu City is reached by car via State Route 95; Las Vegas is about a 2.5-3 hour drive northwest, and Phoenix roughly 3.5-4 hours southeast. Commercial flights serve Lake Havasu City Airport (HII). Local shuttles and rental cars are the easiest way to move around the lakeshore and to marinas.
Tips for Visiting Lake Havasu #
- If visiting the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, go early morning or late afternoon to avoid the main tourist crush and harsh midday sun.
- Boat rentals are plentiful; for calmer water try weekdays outside peak summer months.
- Desert heat is extreme in summer - plan lake activity for mornings or evenings and check water levels at marinas.
Best Time to Visit Lake Havasu #
Winters and shoulder seasons are the most pleasant times for outdoor activities; summers are intensely hot.
Weather & Climate near Lake Havasu #
Lake Havasu's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 28°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 27°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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