Red River of the North water temperature
Red River of the North, Grand Forks, North Dakota · River
The current water temperature at Red River of the North is 17.5 °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 117 data points since July 24, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 17.4 °C on September 16, 2026 · highest value: 29.1 °C on July 29, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 17.4 °C and 23.7 °C.
The current value is 4.6 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Red River of the North
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Red River of the North right now?
The current water temperature is 17.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Red River of the North?
Currently 17.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Red River of the North in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 22.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Red River of the North?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (27.5 °C).
