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West Branch Rattlesnake Creek

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 15,800 ft³/s over 68 years).
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tributary to Rattlesnake Creek in Asotin County, Washington, United States

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 13334300, as of Aug 23, 1:15 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 15,800 ft³/s over 68 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 1:15 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
42°F
5°C
Streamflow
13,600 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.42 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 15,800 ft³/s over 68 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SNAKE RIVER NEAR ANATONE, WA (12.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 1:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at West Branch Rattlesnake Creek

H: 87° L: 63°
Sunny
Sunny
87°
|
Feels like 78°
Precipitation
0%
Humidity
20%
Wind
12 mph
UV Index
6.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
76°
3 AM
Clear
69°
6 AM
Sunny
63°
9 AM
Sunny
73°
12 PM
Sunny
85°
3 PM
Sunny
87°
6 PM
Sunny
83°
9 PM
Clear
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is West Branch Rattlesnake Creek?
West Branch Rattlesnake Creek is a river in Washington.
What is the water temperature at West Branch Rattlesnake Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at West Branch Rattlesnake Creek in Washington is 42°F (5°C), measured by USGS gauge 13334300, 12.7 miles away.
Can you swim at West Branch Rattlesnake Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 42°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does West Branch Rattlesnake Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at West Branch Rattlesnake Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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