Kankakee River water temperature
Kankakee River, Shelby, Indiana · River
The current water temperature at Kankakee River is 19.4 °C (as of September 21, 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 160 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 19.4 °C on September 21, 2026 · highest value: 27.3 °C on September 4, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 19.4 °C and 27.3 °C.
The current value is 4.6 °C below the September 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 19.4 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Kankakee River?
Currently 19.4 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Kankakee River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 24.0 °C.
When is the water warmest at Kankakee River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (24.0 °C).
