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Methow River
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable 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.
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable 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 12450480, as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
No official beach-advisory feed for Washington yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge METHOW RIVER NEAR MOUTH NEAR PATEROS, WA (1.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Methow River?
- Methow River is a river in Washington.
- What is the water temperature at Methow River?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Methow River in Washington is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 12450480, 1.4 miles away.
- Can you swim at Methow River?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Methow River rated?
- Methow River in Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 13 reviews.
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