Scott Run is a river in Delaware.

What is the water temperature at Scott Run?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Scott Run in Delaware is 82°F (28°C), measured by USGS gauge 01482695, 0.2 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Scott Run

River

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Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 01482695, as of Aug 22, 12:42 AM gauge-local time
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

Water temp

82°F

28°C

Streamflow

discharge

Gage height

-0.83 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge C AND D CANAL NR DELAWARE CITY, DE (0.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:42 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Scott Run

H: 71° L: 67°

Overcast

71°

Feels like 74°

Precipitation

92%

Humidity

86%

Wind

6 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable

12 AM

71°

3 AM

70°

6 AM

70°

9 AM

67°

12 PM

68°

3 PM

69°

6 PM

69°

9 PM

69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Scott Run?: Scott Run is a river in Delaware.
What is the water temperature at Scott Run?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Scott Run in Delaware is 82°F (28°C), measured by USGS gauge 01482695, 0.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Scott Run?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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