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Townsend River
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Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe
Good to swimWarm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 92°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
- Water temperature is 92°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
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Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe
Good to swimWarm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 92°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
- Water temperature is 92°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — USGS gauge 021721675, as of Aug 21, 3:15 PM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge STONO RIVER AT MAIN RD BELOW RANTOWLES, SC (17.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 3:15 PM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Townsend River?
- Townsend River is a river in South Carolina.
- What is the water temperature at Townsend River?
- As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Townsend River in South Carolina is 92°F (33°C), measured by USGS gauge 021721675, 17.3 miles away.
- Can you swim at Townsend River?
- Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 92°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. Checked August 21, 2026.
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