Shields River water temperature
Shields River, Sf Shields River near Wilsall, Montana · River
The current water temperature at Shields River is 7.8 °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 283 data points since July 23, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 7.1 °C on September 9, 2026 · highest value: 18.5 °C on August 1, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 7.1 °C and 15.5 °C.
The current value is 3.0 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Shields River right now?
The current water temperature is 7.8 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Shields River?
Currently 7.8 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Shields River in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 10.8 °C.
When is the water warmest at Shields River?
Across the measurement record, July is on average the warmest month (13.5 °C).
