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Sims Bayou

River · Houston, Texas

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Current water conditions

Streamflow
1,820 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.61 ft
water level

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Sims Bayou at Houston, TX (4.2 mi away), as of Aug 20, 6:30 PM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.

Weather at Sims Bayou

H: 104° L: 77°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
81°
|
Feels like 85°
Precipitation
72%
Humidity
66%
Wind
14 mph
UV Index
1.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
81°
3 AM
Cloudy
79°
6 AM
Clear
77°
9 AM
Cloudy
86°
12 PM
Sunny
101°
3 PM
Sunny
104°
6 PM
Heavy rain
81°
9 PM
Heavy rain
82°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sims Bayou?
Sims Bayou is a river in Houston, Texas.
Can you swim at Sims Bayou?
There is no fixed answer for Sims Bayou: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Sims Bayou in Houston, Texas. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Sims Bayou rated?
Sims Bayou in Houston, Texas has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 6 reviews.

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