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Burton Creek

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Cold waterGood conditions today

natural watercourse in Boundary County, Idaho, United States of America

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 12309500, as of Aug 23, 12:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
58°F
15°C
Gage height
47.26 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge KOOTENAI RIVER AT BONNERS FERRY ID (7.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Burton Creek

H: 83° L: 60°
Clear
Clear
72°
|
Feels like 70°
Precipitation
63%
Humidity
40%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Overcast
73°
3 AM
Overcast
70°
6 AM
Light rain
65°
9 AM
Patchy light rain
68°
12 PM
Moderate or heavy rain shower
78°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
72°
9 PM
Clear
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Burton Creek?
Burton Creek is a river in Idaho.
What is the water temperature at Burton Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Burton Creek in Idaho is 58°F (15°C), measured by USGS gauge 12309500, 7.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Burton Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.

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