# NTL Lake Conditions

> Real-time lake condition data from Wisconsin buoys for researchers and enthusiasts. (iPhone/iPad app by University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ntl-lake-conditions/id1097579027 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/908478605)
- Category: Weather, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ntl-lake-conditions/id1097579027/reviews.md

## What is NTL Lake Conditions?

Sailors, hoofers, lake enthusiasts and researchers! Measurements from Lake Mendota, Trout Lake and Sparkling Lake buoys are available on your iOS device now! Supported by the NTL- LTER (North Temperate Lake - Long Term Ecological Research), this iOS app displays the water and air temperature, water clarity, thermocline depth, and other lake parameters in real time measured on buoys in Lake Mendota, Dane County, Trout Lake and Sparkling Lake, Vilas County, Wisconsin, USA. The data is collected by the Center of Limnology, UW-Madison.
 
Simply by swiping your finger, you can browse the three lakes. Each page shows information for one lake and is updated every minute. When the refresh button is pressed, the app will show the sampling time and alert you if the data are older than five days.
 
The option ”Set as homepage” allows you to keep a lake in your sight every time you open the app.
 
Please give us any feedback by sending us an email.

## Key features

- Real-time lake data
- Water and air temperature
- Water clarity
- Thermocline depth
- Data updated every minute
- Set homepage option

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ntl-lake-conditions/id1097579027/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No longer updated

*2019-07-10*

Weather and lake data was last updated in May 2016.

### 5/5 — Realtime Data

*2016-08-31*

Great app to get realtime data including thermocline depth from lakes in both northern and southern Wisconsin

## Frequently asked questions about NTL Lake Conditions

### What lakes does NTL Lake Conditions provide data for?

NTL Lake Conditions provides real-time data for Lake Mendota, Trout Lake, and Sparkling Lake in Wisconsin, USA. The data is collected from buoys located in these specific lakes.

### How often is the data in NTL Lake Conditions updated?

The data displayed in NTL Lake Conditions is updated every minute. When the refresh button is pressed, the app will also show the sampling time and alert you if the data is older than five days.

### What specific lake parameters can I view with NTL Lake Conditions?

NTL Lake Conditions displays water and air temperature, water clarity, and thermocline depth. Other lake parameters measured on the buoys are also available.

### Is NTL Lake Conditions available on Android devices?

Based on the provided information, NTL Lake Conditions is currently only available for iOS devices, specifically iPhones and iPods. There is no mention of Android support.

### What is the age rating for NTL Lake Conditions?

NTL Lake Conditions has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### Does NTL Lake Conditions have ads?

No, NTL Lake Conditions does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### When was NTL Lake Conditions last updated?

The latest version of NTL Lake Conditions was updated on November 11, 2016. The app was initially released on April 1, 2016.

### What is the user rating for NTL Lake Conditions?

NTL Lake Conditions has a rating of 1.0 stars based on one user rating. This suggests a very limited amount of user feedback available.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2016-11-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- More accurate network status checking
- Minor bug fixes
- Minor user interface updates

### 1.1 — 2016-06-22

- a brand-new user interface to provide a better experience for you.
- a new settings menu for user to customize app functions.
- a new option to allow choice of which units to display lake data.
- minor bugs fixed.

### 1.0.2 — 2016-05-14

- The app will show "Network connection failed" if the Internet isn't available.
- Major performance improvements have been made to ensure that the app works smoothly.
- A bigger text font helps you better view the information.

### 1.0.1 — 2016-04-08

- New feature: Data is now automatically updated. The information for Lake Mendota is updated every minute.
- Important bug fix: The lake information is now displayed in the correct order.

### 1.0 — 2016-04-01

No release notes.

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