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Nanticoke River

River

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 7 ftΒ³/s over 54 years).

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. β€” USGS gauge 01490000, as of Aug 22, 6:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 7 ftΒ³/s over 54 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 6:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
8 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.44 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 7 ftΒ³/s over 54 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHICAMACOMICO RIVER NEAR SALEM, MD (5.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Nanticoke River

H: 76Β° L: 67Β°
Light rain
Light rain
70Β°
|
Feels like 74Β°
Precipitation
91%
Humidity
94%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
70Β°
3 AM
Overcast
68Β°
6 AM
Light rain
70Β°
9 AM
Heavy rain
67Β°
12 PM
Heavy rain
70Β°
3 PM
Heavy rain
71Β°
6 PM
Light rain shower
76Β°
9 PM
Mist
71Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nanticoke River?
Nanticoke River is a river in Maryland.
Can you swim at Nanticoke River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Nanticoke River rated?
Nanticoke River in Maryland has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 80 reviews.

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  • β€ΊWear life jackets when on the water
  • β€ΊBe aware of rapids and potential hazards
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