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Swan Island
Wildlife refuge · Richmond, Maine
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy CASM1, as of Aug 21, 9:48 PM UTC
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Live data from NOAA buoy CASM1 (37.2 mi away), as of Aug 21, 9:48 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Swan Island?
- Swan Island is a wildlife refuge in Richmond, Maine.
- What is the water temperature at Swan Island?
- As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Swan Island in Richmond, Maine is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy CASM1, 37.2 miles away.
- Can you swim at Swan Island?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is Swan Island rated?
- Swan Island in Richmond, Maine has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 155 reviews.
- What amenities does Swan Island have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Swan Island include camping-nearby.
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