Kankakee River water temperature
Kankakee River, Custer Park, Illinois · River
The current water temperature at Kankakee River is 14.7 °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 526 data points since September 7, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 13.4 °C on October 20, 2026 · highest value: 26.9 °C on September 8, 2026.
In November, temperatures have ranged between 14.6 °C and 16.4 °C.
The current value is 0.6 °C below the November average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Kankakee River
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Kankakee River right now?
The current water temperature is 14.7 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Kankakee River?
Currently 14.7 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Kankakee River in November?
In November, the water temperature recently averaged 15.3 °C.
When is the water warmest at Kankakee River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (21.7 °C).
