Licking River, HWY 536 near Alexandria, Kentucky · River
The current water temperature at Licking River is 28.5 °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.
This measurement series includes 140 data points since July 24, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 23.7 °C on August 25, 2026 · highest value: 30.6 °C on September 4, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 25.4 °C and 30.6 °C.
Can you swim at Licking River right now?
The current water temperature is 28.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Licking River?
Currently 28.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Licking River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 28.5 °C.
When is the water warmest at Licking River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (28.5 °C).