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Rivanna 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 22 (median 168 ftΒ³/s over 91 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 02034000, as of Aug 22, 6:05 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 168 ftΒ³/s over 91 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 6:05 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
97 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.38 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 168 ftΒ³/s over 91 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge RIVANNA RIVER AT PALMYRA, VA (8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:05 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Rivanna River

H: 85Β° L: 69Β°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
84Β°
|
Feels like 87Β°
Precipitation
81%
Humidity
56%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
70Β°
3 AM
Mist
69Β°
6 AM
Mist
69Β°
9 AM
Mist
70Β°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
83Β°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
84Β°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
70Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rivanna River?
Rivanna River is a river in Virginia.
Can you swim at Rivanna River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Rivanna River rated?
Rivanna River in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 69 reviews.
What amenities does Rivanna River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Rivanna River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby