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Photo: 2020 Cohoes Falls - pedestrian bridge to Falls View Park by Beyond My Ken (CC BY-SA 4.0) License

Cohoes Falls overlook park

Tourist attraction · Cohoes, New York

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 57°F (14°C)
  • Streamflow 1,700 ft³/s
  • Gage height 8.70 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MOHAWK RIVER AT COHOES NY (0.2 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:00 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 01357500, as of Oct 20, 5:00 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 2,790 ft³/s over 101 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 5:00 AM gauge-local time

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 57°F at Cohoes Falls overlook park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Cohoes Falls Overlook Park faces a 75-to-90-foot drop on a Mohawk River nearly 1,000 feet wide — where Haudenosaunee tradition says the Great Peacemaker won over the Mohawks. Open year-round, though summer diversions can leave the falls dry.

Weather at Cohoes Falls overlook park

44°F, Clear · H 62° / L 43° · 4% chance of rain
H: 62° L: 43°
Clear
Clear
44°
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Feels like 41°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
78%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
48°
3 AM
Clear
45°
6 AM
Clear
44°
9 AM
Sunny
49°
12 PM
Sunny
60°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
62°
6 PM
Sunny
53°
9 PM
Clear
48°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Cohoes Falls overlook park?
Cohoes Falls overlook park is a tourist attraction in Cohoes, New York.
What is the water temperature at Cohoes Falls overlook park?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Cohoes Falls overlook park in Cohoes, New York is 57°F (14°C), measured by USGS gauge 01357500, 0.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Cohoes Falls overlook park?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Cohoes Falls overlook park rated?
Cohoes Falls overlook park in Cohoes, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 48 reviews.

Location & Contact

N Mohawk St, Cohoes, NY 12047

Cohoes, New York 12047

💡 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

Features & amenities

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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