Where is Cherry Creek?

Cherry Creek is a river in Arizona.

What is the water temperature at Cherry Creek?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Cherry Creek in Arizona is 80°F (27°C), measured by USGS gauge 09504950, 1.7 miles away.

What amenities does Cherry Creek have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Cherry Creek include camping-nearby.

Updated June 13, 2026

Cherry Creek

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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natural watercourse in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States of America; geonames ID = 5289442

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 09504950, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time

Water temp

80°F

27°C

Streamflow

57 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

3.03 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge VERDE RIVER ABOVE CAMP VERDE, AZ (1.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Cherry Creek

H: 108° L: 77°

Overcast

101°

Feels like 97°

Precipitation

36%

Humidity

19%

Wind

8 mph

UV Index

8.9

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen

12 AM

88°

3 AM

84°

6 AM

77°

9 AM

85°

12 PM

105°

3 PM

100°

6 PM

97°

9 PM

89°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cherry Creek?: Cherry Creek is a river in Arizona.
What is the water temperature at Cherry Creek?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Cherry Creek in Arizona is 80°F (27°C), measured by USGS gauge 09504950, 1.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Cherry Creek?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 80°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Cherry Creek have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Cherry Creek include camping-nearby.

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