Patuxent River water temperature
Patuxent River, Gov Bridge Natural Area near Bowie, Maryland · River
The current water temperature at Patuxent River is 23.3 °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 158 data points since July 24, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 21.8 °C on September 8, 2026 · highest value: 27.3 °C on September 1, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 21.8 °C and 27.3 °C.
The current value is 1.5 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Patuxent River right now?
The current water temperature is 23.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Patuxent River?
Currently 23.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Patuxent River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 24.8 °C.
When is the water warmest at Patuxent River?
Across the measurement record, August is on average the warmest month (25.0 °C).
