Buffalo Fork water temperature
Buffalo Fork, Lava Creek, near Moran, Wyoming · River
The current water temperature at Buffalo Fork is 8.9 °C (as of September 21, 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 158 data points since July 24, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 8.0 °C on September 21, 2026 · highest value: 18.1 °C on August 27, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 8.0 °C and 16.2 °C.
The current value is 3.6 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Buffalo Fork right now?
The current water temperature is 8.9 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Buffalo Fork?
Currently 8.9 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Buffalo Fork in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 12.5 °C.
When is the water warmest at Buffalo Fork?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (16.1 °C).
