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Guadalupe River Water Temperature Today

Guadalupe River, a river swimming spot in Texas, United States. The water warms into the mid-20s °C and holds it through the swim season, and is mild even in winter.

In August Guadalupe River averages about 27°C, peaking near 27°C in July, August, September and dropping to roughly 14°C at its coldest.

Water temperature estimate
27.0°Ctropical
August climatology for this spot · Excellent
Typical in August
27.0°C
Air temperature
Wind
UV index

River and swimming-hole temperatures are modelled from long-term monthly averages and refined with live air temperature, wind and UV. Moving water reacts faster to the weather than a lake or the sea.

Guadalupe River water temperature by month

MonthAverage water temperatureSwimming
January14.9°Ccool
February14.0°Ccool
March14.9°Ccool
April17.3°Cmild
May20.5°Cwarm
June23.8°Cwarm
July26.1°Chot
August27.0°Ctropical
September26.1°Chot
October23.8°Cwarm
November20.5°Cwarm
December17.3°Cmild

Guadalupe River swim conditions FAQ

What is the water temperature in Guadalupe River right now?

In August the water in Guadalupe River averages about 27°C. We refine that long-term average with today's air temperature, because this river responds quickly to the weather.

When is the best time to swim in Guadalupe River?

The comfortable swim season — 18°C or warmer — runs through May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with the warmest water in July, August, September at around 27°C.

Can you swim in Guadalupe River in winter?

Yes, but winter temperatures drop to roughly 14°C. Below 12°C, cold-water shock is the main risk: enter slowly, never swim alone, and limit time in the water.

Is Guadalupe River safe for swimming?

Moving and inland water carries different risks from the sea: check flow after rain, avoid weirs and undercut banks, look for submerged rocks before jumping, and respect local access rules and water-quality notices.

Water safety tips

  • Check the flow rate after heavy rain — inland water can rise and speed up within hours.
  • Never jump before checking depth and submerged rocks; levels change through the season.
  • Enter slowly to control cold-water shock, and get out before you start shivering.
  • Swim with someone else and agree an exit point downstream before you start.

Swim season here: May, June, July, August, September, October, November.

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