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Schuylkill River

River

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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 760 ftΒ³/s over 97 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. β€” USGS gauge 01472000, as of Aug 23, 5:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 760 ftΒ³/s over 97 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 5:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
910 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.16 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 760 ftΒ³/s over 97 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Pennsylvania yet β€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Schuylkill River at Pottstown, PA (4.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 5:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Schuylkill River

H: 83Β° L: 63Β°
Light rain
Light rain
68Β°
|
Feels like 72Β°
Precipitation
81%
Humidity
95%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
69Β°
3 AM
Light rain
68Β°
6 AM
Light rain
68Β°
9 AM
Light rain
71Β°
12 PM
Patchy light rain
77Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
80Β°
6 PM
Overcast
76Β°
9 PM
Clear
68Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Schuylkill River?
Schuylkill River is a river in Pennsylvania.
Can you swim at Schuylkill River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is Schuylkill River rated?
Schuylkill River in Pennsylvania has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 296 reviews.
What amenities does Schuylkill River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Schuylkill River include camping-nearby.

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  • β€ΊWear life jackets when on the water
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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby