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Photo: 2019-06-11 12 21 47 View south along U.S. Route 1 (Rhode Island Avenue) just south of the Northwest Branch of the Anacostia River in North Brentwood, Prince George's County, Maryland by Famartin (CC BY-SA 4.0) License

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 01594441, as of Aug 23, 3:05 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
77°F
25°C

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Patuxent R at Gov Bridge Natural Area nr Bowie MD (10.3 mi away), as of Aug 23, 3:05 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Rhode River

H: 88° L: 70°
Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
84°
|
Feels like 84°
Precipitation
73%
Humidity
44%
Wind
11 mph
UV Index
5.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
73°
3 AM
Heavy rain
73°
6 AM
Heavy rain at times
70°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
12 PM
Heavy rain at times
80°
3 PM
Heavy rain at times
84°
6 PM
Sunny
82°
9 PM
Clear
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rhode River?
Rhode River is a river in Maryland.
What is the water temperature at Rhode River?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Rhode River in Maryland is 77°F (25°C), measured by USGS gauge 01594441, 10.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Rhode River?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 77°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is Rhode River rated?
Rhode River in Maryland has an average visitor rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on 6 reviews.
What amenities does Rhode River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Rhode River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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