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Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely

Boat ramp · Fairfax, Minnesota

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 443053094591001, as of Aug 23, 11:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
49°F
9°C

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LS-502 112N34W07CCCCBD01 LS-O01, recorder, LSIC (14.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 11:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely

H: 81° L: 53°
Overcast
Overcast
72°
|
Feels like 73°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
53%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
6.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
59°
3 AM
Clear
57°
6 AM
Clear
54°
9 AM
Sunny
62°
12 PM
Overcast
72°
3 PM
Sunny
79°
6 PM
Sunny
80°
9 PM
Overcast
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely?
Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely is a boat ramp in Fairfax, Minnesota.
What is the water temperature at Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely in Fairfax, Minnesota is 49°F (9°C), measured by USGS gauge 443053094591001, 14.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 49°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely rated?
Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely in Fairfax, Minnesota has an average visitor rating of 4 out of 5, based on 4 reviews.
What amenities does Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Minnesota River Access Fort Ridgely include camping-nearby.

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Fairfax, MN 55332

Fairfax, Minnesota 55332

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