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Scranton Creek

River

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

  • Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Pitt; Beaufort; Mainland Hyde; Duplin; Lenoir; Jones; Pamlico; Northern Craven; Southern Craven; Inland Onslow.
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Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

  • Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. USGS gauge 0208458892, as of Aug 21, 2:15 PM gauge-local time
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Pitt; Beaufort; Mainland Hyde; Duplin; Lenoir; Jones; Pamlico; Northern Craven; Southern Craven; Inland Onslow. NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
88°F
31°C

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LAKE MATTAMUSKEET W OF NC HWY 94 NR FAIRFIELD, NC (10.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 2:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Scranton Creek

H: 88° L: 73°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
87°
|
Feels like 101°
Precipitation
82%
Humidity
74%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
8.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
77°
3 AM
Clear
75°
6 AM
Mist
74°
9 AM
Sunny
80°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
87°
3 PM
Moderate or heavy rain shower
85°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
9 PM
Light rain shower
78°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Scranton Creek?
Scranton Creek is a river in North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Scranton Creek?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Scranton Creek in North Carolina is 88°F (31°C), measured by USGS gauge 0208458892, 10.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Scranton Creek?
Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. Checked August 21, 2026.

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