Matanuska River at Palmer, Alaska water temperature
Matanuska River at Palmer, Alaska · River
The current water temperature at Matanuska River at Palmer is 5.8 °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 167 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 5.1 °C on September 18, 2026 · highest value: 9.8 °C on August 10, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 5.1 °C and 8.5 °C.
The current value is 1.1 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Matanuska River at Palmer right now?
The current water temperature is 5.8 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Matanuska River at Palmer?
Currently 5.8 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Matanuska River at Palmer in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 6.9 °C.
When is the water warmest at Matanuska River at Palmer?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (8.3 °C).
