Slide Rock State Park Water Temperature Today
Slide Rock State Park, a natural swimming hole in Arizona, United States. The water reaches comfortable swimming temperatures in high summer, and is cold but ice-free in winter.
In August Slide Rock State Park averages about 23°C, peaking near 23°C in July, August, September and dropping to roughly 8°C at its coldest.
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.
Slide Rock State Park water temperature by month
| Month | Average water temperature | Swimming |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9.0°C | cold |
| February | 8.0°C | cold |
| March | 9.0°C | cold |
| April | 11.8°C | cool |
| May | 15.5°C | mild |
| June | 19.3°C | mild |
| July | 22.0°C | warm |
| August | 23.0°C | warm |
| September | 22.0°C | warm |
| October | 19.3°C | mild |
| November | 15.5°C | mild |
| December | 11.8°C | cool |
Slide Rock State Park swim conditions FAQ
What is the water temperature in Slide Rock State Park right now?
In August the water in Slide Rock State Park averages about 23°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 Slide Rock State Park?
The comfortable swim season — 18°C or warmer — runs through June, July, August, September, October, with the warmest water in July, August, September at around 23°C.
Can you swim in Slide Rock State Park in winter?
Yes, but winter temperatures drop to roughly 8°C. Below 12°C, cold-water shock is the main risk: enter slowly, never swim alone, and limit time in the water.
Is Slide Rock State Park 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: June, July, August, September, October.
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