Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia, South Carolina water temperature
Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia, South Carolina · River
The current water temperature at Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia is 15.6 °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 451 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 13.8 °C on July 23, 2026 · highest value: 16.3 °C on September 4, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 14.2 °C and 16.3 °C.
The current value is 0.3 °C above the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia right now?
The current water temperature is 15.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia?
Currently 15.6 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 15.3 °C.
When is the water warmest at Saluda River below Lake Murray Dam near Columbia?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (15.3 °C).
