Rappahannock River water temperature
Rappahannock River, Fredericksburg, Virginia · River
The current water temperature at Rappahannock River is 25.5 °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.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 88 data points since August 27, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 25.1 °C on September 8, 2026 · highest value: 32.1 °C on September 2, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 25.1 °C and 32.1 °C.
The current value is 2.7 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Rappahannock River right now?
The current water temperature is 25.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Rappahannock River?
Currently 25.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Rappahannock River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 28.2 °C.
