Salinas River water temperature
Salinas River, Santa Margarita, California · River
The current water temperature at Salinas River is 15.6 °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 154 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 15.6 °C on September 21, 2026 · highest value: 28.2 °C on September 9, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 15.6 °C and 28.2 °C.
The current value is 4.5 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Salinas River right now?
The current water temperature is 15.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Salinas River?
Currently 15.6 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Salinas River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 20.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Salinas River?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (24.0 °C).
