Shields River, Sf Shields River near Wilsall, Montana · River
The current water temperature at Shields River is 3.5 °C (as of November 4, 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 523 data points since September 7, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 1.1 °C on October 24, 2026 · highest value: 13.8 °C on September 10, 2026.
In November, temperatures have ranged between 1.1 °C and 5.4 °C.
Can you swim at Shields River right now?
The current water temperature is 3.5 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Shields River?
Currently 3.5 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Shields River in November?
In November, the water temperature recently averaged 3.5 °C.
When is the water warmest at Shields River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (9.2 °C).