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Howard Brook
Maine · River
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Brook is 66°F (19°C), measured by USGS gauge 01018035, 10.8 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 01018035, as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 50 ft³/s over 21 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:45 AM UTC
Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 50 ft³/s over 21 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Maine yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Meduxnekeag River at Lowery Rd. nr Houlton, Maine (10.8 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.