Can you swim here today?
West Branch Huron River
Ohio · River
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at West Branch Huron River is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 04199000, 1.7 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Erie; Lorain.
- A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Erie; Lorain. — NWS Cleveland OH
- Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 04199000, as of Aug 23, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 30 ft³/s over 69 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 30 ft³/s over 69 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Ohio yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Huron River at Milan OH (1.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 10:30 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.