Where is Howard Creek?

Howard Creek is a river in Mississippi.

Updated June 13, 2026

Howard Creek

River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — 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.

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — 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. — USGS gauge 02480590, as of Aug 21, 9:30 PM gauge-local time

Gage height

0.25 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge TCHOUTACABOUFFA RIVER NR D'IBERVILLE, MS (3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 9:30 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Howard Creek

H: 99° L: 75°

Overcast

80°

Feels like 83°

Precipitation

18%

Humidity

71%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

79°

3 AM

77°

6 AM

75°

9 AM

84°

12 PM

98°

3 PM

92°

6 PM

87°

9 PM

80°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Howard Creek?: Howard Creek is a river in Mississippi.
Can you swim at Howard Creek?: Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.

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