Kankakee River at Shelby, Indiana water temperature
Kankakee River at Shelby, Indiana · River
The current water temperature at Kankakee River at Shelby is 20.3 °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 174 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 20.1 °C on September 15, 2026 · highest value: 27.3 °C on September 4, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 20.1 °C and 27.3 °C.
The current value is 3.4 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Kankakee River at Shelby right now?
The current water temperature is 20.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Kankakee River at Shelby?
Currently 20.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Kankakee River at Shelby in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 23.7 °C.
When is the water warmest at Kankakee River at Shelby?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (23.7 °C).
