Where is Whitewater River?

Whitewater River is a river in South Carolina.

What is the water temperature at Whitewater River?

As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Whitewater River in South Carolina is 72°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 02185010, 6.2 miles away.

What amenities does Whitewater River have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Whitewater River include camping-nearby.

Updated June 13, 2026

Whitewater River

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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river in North and South Carolina, USA

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 02185010, as of Aug 23, 11:15 AM gauge-local time

Water temp

72°F

22°C

Streamflow

19 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

1.80 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 (6.2 mi away), as of Aug 23, 11:15 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Whitewater River

H: 92° L: 66°

Sunny

86°

Feels like 91°

Precipitation

Humidity

62%

Wind

3 mph

UV Index

7.3

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen

12 AM

71°

3 AM

68°

6 AM

66°

9 AM

73°

12 PM

86°

3 PM

90°

6 PM

88°

9 PM

74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Whitewater River?: Whitewater River is a river in South Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Whitewater River?: As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Whitewater River in South Carolina is 72°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 02185010, 6.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Whitewater River?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Whitewater River have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Whitewater River include camping-nearby.

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