Can you swim here today?
West Fork San Jacinto River
Houston, Texas · River
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at West Fork San Jacinto River is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 300032095080501, 1.7 miles away.
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 300032095080501, as of Oct 20, 4:30 AM gauge-local time
- No official beach advisory posted (Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) checked).
Water temp
73°F
23°C
Official advisories
Checked against Texas Beach Watch (Texas GLO) — no advisory posted.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Lk Houston at FM 1960 nr Huffman, TX (1.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 4:30 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.