Bitterroot River water temperature

Bitterroot River, Missoula, Montana · River

The current water temperature at Bitterroot River is 14.0 °C (as of October 1, 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.

14.0 °C

Measured: October 1, 2026 · continuously updated

💧 Water 14.0° · ☀️ Air -2.2° · high today 9.3°

Temperature trend of recent weeks

Measurement series & statistics

This measurement series includes 185 data points since September 7, 2026.

Lowest recorded value: 11.0 °C on September 27, 2026 · highest value: 18.0 °C on September 12, 2026.

Nearby waters

Clark Fork, Sha-Ron Beach · 10.7 km away4.3 °C Clark Fork, Canyon River Beach · 11.0 km away4.3 °C Blackfoot River, Bonner, Montana · 23.9 km away4.0 °C Rock Creek, Clinton, Montana · 30.8 km away3.3 °C Flathead River, Perma, Montana · 71.8 km away7.5 °C

More measuring points: Bitterroot River

Darby, Montana12.7 °C

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim at Bitterroot River right now?
The current water temperature is 14.0 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.

How warm is the water at Bitterroot River?
Currently 14.0 °C (updated continuously).

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