Weekly swim report · October 20, 2026
Minnesota swim report
On October 20, 2026 the warmest USGS water reading in Minnesota was 55°F at MINNEHAHA CREEK AT HIAWATHA AVE. IN MINNEAPOLIS,MN; no water-related NWS hazards are active.
Warmest water
The 5 warmest of 16 sensors reporting a water temperature in Minnesota today. Station names open the official monitoring page.
- #1MINNEHAHA CREEK AT HIAWATHA AVE. IN MINNEAPOLIS,MNUSGS gauge · 6 ft³/s55°F 13°C20 hrs ago
- #2WLN05 033N27W22BCD 01 ALUS-33 0000685849USGS gauge54°F 12°C19 hrs ago
- #3ST. CROIX RIVER AT STILLWATER, MNUSGS gauge · 1,930 ft³/s54°F 12°C19 hrs ago
- #4ST. LOUIS RIVER AT SCANLON, MNUSGS gauge · 452 ft³/s53°F 12°C19 hrs ago
- #5KAWISHIWI RIVER NEAR ELY, MNUSGS gauge · 14 ft³/s52°F 11°C20 hrs ago
Active hazards in Minnesota
No water-related NWS hazards are active in Minnesota right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.
Where to swim in Minnesota
The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Minnesota — check each one’s live conditions before you go.
4.6(7,027)Mississippi National River & Recreation Area
72 miles of canoeing & boating, plus hiking, biking, fishing, birdwatching & visitor centers.
4.7(4,446)Bde Maka Ska
Swimming, water sports & watercraft rentals, plus separate 3-mile loop paths for walkers & bikers.
4.7(4,213)Centennial Lakes Park
Placid, 24-acre urban park featuring a large lake, seating areas, fishing, boat rentals & more.
4.7(2,936)Lake Nokomis Park
Popular park providing sailing, paddlesport rentals, concessions, a community center & playground.
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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.
