Where is Laurel Branch?

Laurel Branch is a river in South Carolina.

What is the water temperature at Laurel Branch?

As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Laurel Branch in South Carolina is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 02185010, 1.8 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Laurel Branch

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 02185010, as of Aug 23, 7:15 PM gauge-local time

Water temp

75°F

24°C

Streamflow

16 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

1.76 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge EASTATOEE CRK ON CLEO CHAPMAN HWY NEAR SUNSET, SC (1.8 mi away), as of Aug 23, 7:15 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Laurel Branch

H: 88° L: 65°

Sunny

82°

Feels like 80°

Precipitation

Humidity

37%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

0.4

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

69°

3 AM

67°

6 AM

66°

9 AM

69°

12 PM

86°

3 PM

87°

6 PM

84°

9 PM

73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Laurel Branch?: Laurel Branch is a river in South Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Laurel Branch?: As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Laurel Branch in South Carolina is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 02185010, 1.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Laurel Branch?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.

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