Can you swim here today?
Eagle Beach State Recreation Area
Juneau, Alaska · State park
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Eagle Beach State Recreation Area is 44°F (7°C), measured by NOAA buoy JNEA2, 22 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — NOAA buoy JNEA2, as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC
- A Flood Watch is in effect for City and Borough of Yakutat; Glacier Bay; City and Borough of Juneau. — NWS Juneau AK
- A Wind Advisory is in effect for Glacier Bay; Eastern Chichagof Island; Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait; City and Borough of Juneau. — NWS Juneau AK
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
44°F
7°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Alaska yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy JNEA2 (22 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 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.