Can you swim here today?
Hampton River
Hampton, Virginia · River
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Hampton River is 81°F (27°C), measured by USGS gauge 0167891721, 2.7 miles away.
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 81°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 81°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 0167891721, as of Aug 22, 11:50 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
81°F
27°C
Streamflow
0 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.21 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge STORM DRAIN AT COLISEUM DRIVE AT HAMPTON, VA (2.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 11:50 PM 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.