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Brandywine Creek State Park
State park · Wilmington, Delaware
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temp 55°F (13°C)
- Streamflow 260 ft³/s
- Gage height 18.69 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BRANDYWINE CREEK AT WILMINGTON, DE (2.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 3:30 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 01481500, as of Oct 20, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 200 ft³/s over 53 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 3:30 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Delaware yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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It’s 55°F at Brandywine Creek State Park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
933-acre preserve divided by 19th-century stone walls, with tulip poplar forest & nature center.
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Weather at Brandywine Creek State Park
53°F, Clear · H 68° / L 51° · 2% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brandywine Creek State Park?
- Brandywine Creek State Park is a state park in Wilmington, Delaware.
- What is the water temperature at Brandywine Creek State Park?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Brandywine Creek State Park in Wilmington, Delaware is 55°F (13°C), measured by USGS gauge 01481500, 2.5 miles away.
- Can you swim at Brandywine Creek State Park?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Brandywine Creek State Park rated?
- Brandywine Creek State Park in Wilmington, Delaware has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1493 reviews.
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- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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