Where is Woodruff Branch?

Woodruff Branch is a river in North Carolina.

What is the water temperature at Woodruff Branch?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Woodruff Branch in North Carolina is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 02111000, 10.8 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Woodruff Branch

River

Great conditions today

river in Caldwell County, North Carolina, United States of America

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Current water conditions

Comfortable

Water temp

71°F

22°C

Streamflow

68 ft³/s

discharge

Gage height

1.48 ft

water level

Comfortable water. Generally comfortable for swimming. Still check depth, currents, and the weather before getting in.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge YADKIN RIVER AT PATTERSON, NC (10.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 12:45 PM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.

Weather at Woodruff Branch

H: 77° L: 68°

Overcast

75°

Feels like 78°

Precipitation

84%

Humidity

74%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

5.1

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen

12 AM

70°

3 AM

70°

6 AM

71°

9 AM

71°

12 PM

73°

3 PM

74°

6 PM

73°

9 PM

72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Woodruff Branch?: Woodruff Branch is a river in North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Woodruff Branch?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Woodruff Branch in North Carolina is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 02111000, 10.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Woodruff Branch?: There is no fixed answer for Woodruff Branch: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Woodruff Branch in North Carolina. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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