North Saluda River near Highland, South Carolina water temperature

North Saluda River near Highland, South Carolina · River

The current water temperature at North Saluda River near Highland is 21.2 °C (as of September 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.

21.2 °C

Measured: September 1, 2026 · continuously updated

💧 Water 21.2° · ☀️ Air 27.6° · high today 34.1°

Temperature trend of recent weeks

Measurement series & statistics

This measurement series includes 271 data points since July 9, 2026.

Lowest recorded value: 18.2 °C on July 31, 2026 · highest value: 25.0 °C on July 20, 2026.

Nearby waters

N. Saluda River below N. Saluda Reservoir above Slater, South Carolina · 6.4 km away16.9 °C North Saluda River above Slater, South Carolina · 12.7 km away23.3 °C South Saluda River near Cleveland, South Carolina · 28.4 km away23.8 °C Table Rock Reservoir Tailrace near Cleveland, South Carolina · 30.1 km away22.8 °C Slicking Creek near Rocky Bottom, South Carolina · 32.3 km away24.6 °C

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim at North Saluda River near Highland right now?
The current water temperature is 21.2 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.

How warm is the water at North Saluda River near Highland?
Currently 21.2 °C (updated continuously).

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