Buffalo Fork water temperature
Buffalo Fork, Lava Creek, near Moran, Wyoming · River
The current water temperature at Buffalo Fork is 2.6 °C (as of November 6, 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 541 data points since September 7, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 1.0 °C on November 5, 2026 · highest value: 16.2 °C on September 7, 2026.
In November, temperatures have ranged between 1.0 °C and 5.9 °C.
The current value is 1.7 °C below the November average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Buffalo Fork right now?
The current water temperature is 2.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Buffalo Fork?
Currently 2.6 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Buffalo Fork in November?
In November, the water temperature recently averaged 4.3 °C.
When is the water warmest at Buffalo Fork?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (10.8 °C).
