Where is Howard Branch?

Howard Branch is a river in Oregon.

What is the water temperature at Howard Branch?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Branch in Oregon is 72°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 14169000, 4.9 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Howard Branch

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 14169000, as of Aug 21, 10:50 AM UTC

Water temp

72°F

22°C

Streamflow

62 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

1.76 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LONG TOM RIVER NEAR ALVADORE, OR (4.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:50 AM UTC.

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Weather at Howard Branch

H: 84° L: 59°

Overcast

82°

Feels like 78°

Precipitation

12%

Humidity

37%

Wind

9 mph

UV Index

1.7

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

67°

3 AM

62°

6 AM

59°

9 AM

65°

12 PM

74°

3 PM

84°

6 PM

79°

9 PM

63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Howard Branch?: Howard Branch is a river in Oregon.
What is the water temperature at Howard Branch?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Branch in Oregon is 72°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 14169000, 4.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Howard Branch?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.

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