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Photo: Occoquan River fog, Woodbridge, Virginia (38758055335) by Judy Gallagher (CC BY 2.0) License

Occoquan River

River

Great conditions today

tributary of the Potomac River in Virginia, United States

Current water conditions

Comfortable
Water temp
76°F
25°C
Streamflow
37 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.58 ft
water level
Comfortable water. Generally comfortable for swimming. Still check depth, currents, and the weather before getting in.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ACCOTINK CREEK AT KEENE MILL RD AT SPRINGFIELD, VA (7.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 11:50 AM gauge-local time. 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.

Weather at Occoquan River

H: 86° L: 65°
Sunny
Sunny
83°
|
Feels like 86°
Precipitation
72%
Humidity
62%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
5.8
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Cloudy
69°
3 AM
Clear
67°
6 AM
Overcast
66°
9 AM
Sunny
70°
12 PM
Sunny
83°
3 PM
Overcast
86°
6 PM
Overcast
82°
9 PM
Clear
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Occoquan River?
Occoquan River is a river in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Occoquan River?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Occoquan River in Virginia is 76°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 01654670, 7.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Occoquan River?
There is no fixed answer for Occoquan River: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Occoquan River in Virginia. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Occoquan River rated?
Occoquan River in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 19 reviews.

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