Where is William H Newton Ditch?

William H Newton Ditch is a river in Delaware.

What is the water temperature at William H Newton Ditch?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at William H Newton Ditch in Delaware is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 01487165, 2.5 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

William H Newton Ditch

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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stream in Sussex County, Delaware, United States

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 01487165, as of Aug 22, 11:05 AM gauge-local time
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

Water temp

71°F

22°C

Gage height

25.25 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BUCKS BRANCH DS OF CONRAIL RD AT CANNON, DE (2.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 11:05 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at William H Newton Ditch

H: 77° L: 69°

Light rain

72°

Feels like 73°

Precipitation

90%

Humidity

83%

Wind

9 mph

UV Index

0.7

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

70°

3 AM

69°

6 AM

71°

9 AM

72°

12 PM

75°

3 PM

77°

6 PM

75°

9 PM

72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is William H Newton Ditch?: William H Newton Ditch is a river in Delaware.
What is the water temperature at William H Newton Ditch?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at William H Newton Ditch in Delaware is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 01487165, 2.5 miles away.
Can you swim at William H Newton Ditch?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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