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Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge

Park · Roanoke, Virginia

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 46°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 46°F (8°C)
  • Streamflow 31 ft³/s
  • Gage height 2.53 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge TINKER CREEK ABOVE GLADE CREEK AT ROANOKE, VA (0.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 46°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 0205551614, as of Oct 20, 5:45 AM gauge-local time

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

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It’s 46°F at Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Weather at Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge

41°F, Clear · H 73° / L 41° · 1% chance of rain
H: 73° L: 41°
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Clear
41°
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Feels like 38°
Precipitation
1%
Humidity
62%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
44°
3 AM
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42°
6 AM
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41°
9 AM
Sunny
48°
12 PM
Sunny
69°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
60°
9 PM
Clear
50°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge?
Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge is a park in Roanoke, Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge in Roanoke, Virginia is 46°F (8°C), measured by USGS gauge 0205551614, 0.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 46°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge rated?
Roanoke River/Tinker Creek Bridge in Roanoke, Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 13 reviews.

Location & Contact

2007 Greenbrier Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24013

Roanoke, Virginia 24013

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

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