Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford, North Carolina water temperature
Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford, North Carolina · River
The current water temperature at Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford is 29.5 °C (as of September 20, 2026, source: USGS).
A river can change temperature within hours — snowmelt, rain or power-plant operations show up immediately. That is why the measured value counts here, not an estimate.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 452 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 26.9 °C on July 23, 2026 · highest value: 31.7 °C on August 21, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 28.7 °C and 31.2 °C.
The current value is 0.3 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford right now?
The current water temperature is 29.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford?
Currently 29.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 29.8 °C.
When is the water warmest at Catawba River at Rr Bridge above NC 73 at Cowans Ford?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (29.8 °C).
