Columbia River, Left Bank, near Dodson, Oregon water temperature
Columbia River, Left Bank, near Dodson, Oregon · River
The current water temperature at Columbia River is 19.4 °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 151 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 19.3 °C on September 15, 2026 · highest value: 22.3 °C on August 26, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 19.3 °C and 21.4 °C.
The current value is 0.9 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Columbia River right now?
The current water temperature is 19.4 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Columbia River?
Currently 19.4 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Columbia River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 20.3 °C.
When is the water warmest at Columbia River?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (21.9 °C).
