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Terminal Reservoir

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 60°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 60°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to 10 nm.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 60°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 60°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy PRYC1, as of Aug 22, 3:48 AM UTC
  • A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to 10 nm. NWS San Francisco CA
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
60°F
15°C

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Live data from NOAA buoy PRYC1 (15.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:48 AM UTC.

Weather at Terminal Reservoir

H: 64° L: 55°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
58°
|
Feels like 52°
Precipitation
26%
Humidity
95%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
56°
3 AM
Overcast
56°
6 AM
Overcast
55°
9 AM
Overcast
57°
12 PM
Overcast
59°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
63°
6 PM
Partly Cloudy
61°
9 PM
Partly Cloudy
58°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Terminal Reservoir?
Terminal Reservoir is a reservoir in California.
What is the water temperature at Terminal Reservoir?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Terminal Reservoir in California is 60°F (15°C), measured by NOAA buoy PRYC1, 15.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Terminal Reservoir?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 60°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Terminal Reservoir have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Terminal Reservoir include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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