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Gordon Branch

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 71°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 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. USGS gauge 01487165, as of Aug 22, 3:05 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
71°F
22°C
Gage height
25.27 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BUCKS BRANCH DS OF CONRAIL RD AT CANNON, DE (11.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:05 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Gordon Branch

H: 77° L: 68°
Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
77°
|
Feels like 79°
Precipitation
90%
Humidity
80%
Wind
11 mph
UV Index
2.2
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
70°
3 AM
Overcast
68°
6 AM
Light drizzle
71°
9 AM
Moderate rain
72°
12 PM
Moderate rain
75°
3 PM
Heavy rain at times
77°
6 PM
Heavy rain
73°
9 PM
Heavy rain
72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gordon Branch?
Gordon Branch is a river in Delaware.
What is the water temperature at Gordon Branch?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Gordon Branch in Delaware is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 01487165, 11.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Gordon Branch?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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