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South Fork Tieton River

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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tributary to Rimrock Lake in Yakima County, Washington, United States of America

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 12492900, as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
59°F
15°C
Streamflow
3 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.62 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge OAK CREEK ABOVE TIETON RIVER NEAR NACHES, WA (16.5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at South Fork Tieton River

H: 66° L: 47°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
51°
|
Feels like 49°
Precipitation
36%
Humidity
83%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
1.5
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Mist
47°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
48°
6 AM
Mist
48°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
60°
3 PM
Sunny
66°
6 PM
Sunny
64°
9 PM
Clear
49°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Fork Tieton River?
South Fork Tieton River is a river in Washington.
What is the water temperature at South Fork Tieton River?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at South Fork Tieton River in Washington is 59°F (15°C), measured by USGS gauge 12492900, 16.5 miles away.
Can you swim at South Fork Tieton River?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does South Fork Tieton River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at South Fork Tieton River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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