Can you swim here today?
Jumbo Creek
Washington · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Jumbo Creek is 54°F (12°C), measured by USGS gauge 12179900, 3.4 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 54°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 54°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 12179900, as of Aug 23, 10:00 AM UTC
Water temp
54°F
12°C
Streamflow
84 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.34 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Washington yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BACON CREEK BELOW OAKES CREEK NEAR MARBLEMOUNT, WA (3.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 10:00 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.