Can you swim here today?
Des Plaines River
Channahon, Illinois · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Des Plaines River is 58°F (15°C), measured by USGS gauge 412320088154101, 0.3 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 412320088154101, as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
58°F
15°C
Gage height
504.60 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge KANKAKEE R AT INFLOW OF POWER PLANT NR LORENZO, IL (0.3 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time.
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.