Where is Green Branch?

Green Branch is a river in Virginia.

What is the water temperature at Green Branch?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Green Branch in Virginia is 44°F (7°C), measured by USGS gauge 02072000, 5 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Green Branch

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

Water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

Water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 02072000, as of Aug 22, 10:40 AM UTC

Water temp

44°F

7°C

Streamflow

250 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

3.14 ft

water level

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SMITH RIVER NEAR PHILPOTT, VA (5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:40 AM UTC.

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Weather at Green Branch

H: 86° L: 69°

Mist

69°

Feels like 75°

Precipitation

65%

Humidity

96%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable

12 AM

71°

3 AM

69°

6 AM

69°

9 AM

71°

12 PM

78°

3 PM

83°

6 PM

81°

9 PM

72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Green Branch?: Green Branch is a river in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Green Branch?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Green Branch in Virginia is 44°F (7°C), measured by USGS gauge 02072000, 5 miles away.
Can you swim at Green Branch?: Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.

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