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Weekly swim report · October 20, 2026

Wisconsin swim report

On October 20, 2026 the warmest USGS water reading in Wisconsin was 60°F at WILSON PARK CREEK @ GMIA OUTFALL 7 @ MILWAUKEE,WI; no water-related NWS hazards are active.

Warmest water

The 5 warmest of 37 sensors reporting a water temperature in Wisconsin today. Station names open the official monitoring page.

  1. #160°F 15°C20 hrs ago
  2. #259°F 15°C20 hrs ago
  3. #357°F 14°C20 hrs ago
  4. #457°F 14°C20 hrs ago
  5. #5
    FOX RIVER AT APPLETON, WIUSGS gauge · 3,430 ft³/s
    56°F 13°C20 hrs ago

Active hazards in Wisconsin

No water-related NWS hazards are active in Wisconsin right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.

Where to swim in Wisconsin

The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Wisconsin — check each one’s live conditions before you go.

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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.