Columbia River water temperature
Columbia River, Birchbank · River
The current water temperature at Columbia River is 12.9 °C (as of October 24, 2026, source: Water Survey of Canada).
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 1267 data points since September 1, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 12.7 °C on October 21, 2026 · highest value: 18.7 °C on September 1, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 12.7 °C and 15.3 °C.
The current value is 1.1 °C below the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Columbia River
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Columbia River right now?
The current water temperature is 12.9 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Columbia River?
Currently 12.9 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Columbia River in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 14.0 °C.
