Can you swim here today?
Salisbury Brook
Connecticut · River
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Salisbury Brook is 66°F (19°C), measured by USGS gauge 01115185, 4.8 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 01115185, as of Aug 21, 3:20 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
66°F
19°C
Streamflow
1 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.99 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Connecticut yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge WINSOR BROOK AT WINSOR RD NEAR SOUTH FOSTER, RI (4.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 3:20 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.