While there was precipitation for 14 straight weekends before June, rainfall has been scarce this summer, which has contributed to low water levels across the state.

In Lake Winnipesaukee, the level is 0.6 feet lower than normal for this time of year, and state leaders urge boaters to be aware and use caution.

“Check water levels and maps beforehand,” Michal Sventek, Department of Safety public information officer, said. “Lakes may have exposed rocks, logs or other hazards that are normally underwater. Use up-to-date lake maps and local resources to understand current conditions.”

According to state Department of Environmental Services Water Division Assistant Director Ted Diers, the normal level of Winnipesaukee would be 504.32 feet, and currently his department’s data reads 502.95 fee

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