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Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day

| December 28, 2025 1:00 AM

The current weather pattern calls for mild conditions for the Polar Bear Plunge at Sanders Beach on Jan. 1, which means if you've thought about trying this tradition, it's a good time to do so.

The forecast is calling for cloudy skies Thursday, with highs near 40 and lows of about 30 degrees. The water temperature for Lake Coeur d'Alene is about 38 degrees, which is about average for this time of year.

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