Salinas River near Santa Margarita, California water temperature
Salinas River near Santa Margarita, California · River
The current water temperature at Salinas River near Santa Margarita is 18.8 °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.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 142 data points since July 8, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 16.7 °C on August 31, 2026 · highest value: 26.8 °C on August 22, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 18.8 °C and 22.9 °C.
The current value is 1.6 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Salinas River near Santa Margarita right now?
The current water temperature is 18.8 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Salinas River near Santa Margarita?
Currently 18.8 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Salinas River near Santa Margarita in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 20.4 °C.
When is the water warmest at Salinas River near Santa Margarita?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (23.9 °C).
