Can you swim here today?
Iroquois River
Indiana · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Iroquois River is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 05524500, 7 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Boone, IL; Cook, IL; De Kalb, IL; DuPage, IL; Ford, IL; Grundy, IL; Iroquois, IL; Kane, IL and other areas.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Boone, IL; Cook, IL; De Kalb, IL; DuPage, IL; Ford, IL; Grundy, IL; Iroquois, IL; Kane, IL and other areas. — NWS Chicago IL
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 05524500, as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC
Water temp
73°F
23°C
Streamflow
360 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
9.37 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Indiana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge IROQUOIS RIVER NEAR FORESMAN, IN (7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:45 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.