Where is Howard Creek?

Howard Creek is a river in North Carolina.

What is the water temperature at Howard Creek?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Creek in North Carolina is 77°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 02141500, 8.2 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Howard Creek

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 02141500, as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

Water temp

77°F

25°C

Gage height

11.02 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CATAWBA RIVER AT RHODHISS, NC (8.2 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC.

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Weather at Howard Creek

H: 82° L: 70°

Cloudy

77°

Feels like 84°

Precipitation

85%

Humidity

81%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming

12 AM

76°

3 AM

72°

6 AM

71°

9 AM

74°

12 PM

82°

3 PM

81°

6 PM

82°

9 PM

73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Howard Creek?: Howard Creek is a river in North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Howard Creek?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Howard Creek in North Carolina is 77°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 02141500, 8.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Howard Creek?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.

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