Can you swim here today?
Thousand Islands OPRHP Regional Office
Alexandria Bay, New York · Park
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Thousand Islands OPRHP Regional Office is 57°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy ALXN6, 0.5 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — NOAA buoy ALXN6, as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC
Water temp
57°F
14°C
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy ALXN6 (0.5 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.