Kankakee River water temperature
Kankakee River, Wilmington, Illinois · River
The current water temperature at Kankakee River is 19.7 °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 155 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 19.7 °C on September 21, 2026 · highest value: 31.2 °C on September 4, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 19.7 °C and 31.2 °C.
The current value is 7.1 °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 19.7 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Kankakee River?
Currently 19.7 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Kankakee River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 26.8 °C.
When is the water warmest at Kankakee River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (26.8 °C).
