S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom, South Carolina water temperature
S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom, South Carolina · River
The current water temperature at S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom is 18.3 °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 257 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 16.0 °C on August 25, 2026 · highest value: 20.8 °C on July 28, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 16.3 °C and 20.2 °C.
The current value is 0.1 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom right now?
The current water temperature is 18.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom?
Currently 18.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 18.4 °C.
When is the water warmest at S. Saluda River near Sunfish Mountain near Rocky Bottom?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (18.8 °C).
