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Hamilton Pool Water Temperature Today

Hamilton Pool, a natural swimming hole in Texas, United States. The water reaches comfortable swimming temperatures in high summer, and is mild even in winter.

In August Hamilton Pool averages about 25°C, peaking near 25°C in July, August, September and dropping to roughly 15°C at its coldest.

Water temperature estimate
25.0°Chot
August climatology for this spot · Excellent
Typical in August
25.0°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.

Hamilton Pool water temperature by month

MonthAverage water temperatureSwimming
January15.7°Cmild
February15.0°Cmild
March15.7°Cmild
April17.5°Cmild
May20.0°Cwarm
June22.5°Cwarm
July24.3°Chot
August25.0°Chot
September24.3°Chot
October22.5°Cwarm
November20.0°Cwarm
December17.5°Cmild

Hamilton Pool swim conditions FAQ

What is the water temperature in Hamilton Pool right now?

In August the water in Hamilton Pool averages about 25°C. We refine that long-term average with today's air temperature, because this swimming hole responds quickly to the weather.

When is the best time to swim in Hamilton Pool?

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 25°C.

Can you swim in Hamilton Pool in winter?

Yes, but winter temperatures drop to roughly 15°C. Below 12°C, cold-water shock is the main risk: enter slowly, never swim alone, and limit time in the water.

Is Hamilton Pool 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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