Slate River water temperature
Slate River, Baxter Gl at HWY 135 near Crested Butte, Colorado · River
The current water temperature at Slate River is 7.4 °C (as of November 2, 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.
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Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 498 data points since September 7, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 2.3 °C on October 29, 2026 · highest value: 19.4 °C on September 10, 2026.
In November, temperatures have ranged between 4.3 °C and 8.7 °C.
The current value is 1.6 °C above the November average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Slate River
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Slate River right now?
The current water temperature is 7.4 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Slate River?
Currently 7.4 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Slate River in November?
In November, the water temperature recently averaged 5.8 °C.
When is the water warmest at Slate River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (13.3 °C).
