Water Temperature of the Penobscot River in Eddington, ME
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2015, 7:45 PM EDT
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Station Name: Penobscot River at Eddington, Maine
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 20 feet / 6 meters
Nearest Address:
34 Monument Dr
Eddington, ME 04428
Penobscot County
GPS Coordinates: 44.82666667, -68.6966667
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Weather for Eddington, Maine
Current Weather

Humidity: 64%
Feels Like: 76.8°F
Wind: NW 5.1 mph
Wind Gusts: 10.8 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 75%
Visibility: 9 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Fri
H: 95°F
L: 67°F

Sat
H: 84°F
L: 59°F

Sun
H: 88°F
L: 66°F

Mon
H: 91°F
L: 59°F

Tue
H: 90°F
L: 60°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.15 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.74 μg/m3
Ozone: 71 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:09 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 1:32 PM
Moonset: 9:01 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 3.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:33 AM - 6:03 AM1:02 PM - 3:32 PM
Minor Periods
8:31 PM - 10:01 PM5:19 AM - 6:49 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 25 at 8:12PM EDT until July 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Effective: Fri July 25, 2025, 8:12 PM
Expires: Sat July 26, 2025, 4:15 AM
* WHAT....The warm air temperatures around 80 may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the low to mid 50s. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone in the water. Anyone on a boat or paddlecraft should use extreme caution.
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents.
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 25 at 7:26PM EDT until July 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Effective: Fri July 25, 2025, 7:26 PM
Expires: Sat July 26, 2025, 3:30 AM
* WHAT...Temperatures in the 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of water temperatures which are currently in the mid to upper 50s in Penobscot Bay. * WHERE...Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents. All boaters and paddlers are highly encouraged to contact the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons at www.wow.uscgaux/i_want_a_usc/index.php to receive a FREE vessel check. This is a convenient, no consequence way to ensure your vessel is outfitted with all required safety equipment. Additionally, please label your paddlecraft with your contact information (IF FOUND Sticker) in the event it is found adrift on the water.
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 25 at 7:26PM EDT until July 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Effective: Fri July 25, 2025, 7:26 PM
Expires: Sat July 26, 2025, 3:30 AM
* WHAT...Temperatures in the 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of water temperatures which are currently in the mid to upper 50s in Penobscot Bay. * WHERE...Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents. All boaters and paddlers are highly encouraged to contact the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons at www.wow.uscgaux/i_want_a_usc/index.php to receive a FREE vessel check. This is a convenient, no consequence way to ensure your vessel is outfitted with all required safety equipment. Additionally, please label your paddlecraft with your contact information (IF FOUND Sticker) in the event it is found adrift on the water.
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 25 at 8:12PM EDT until July 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Effective: Fri July 25, 2025, 8:12 PM
Expires: Sat July 26, 2025, 4:15 AM
* WHAT....The warm air temperatures around 80 may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the low to mid 50s. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone in the water. Anyone on a boat or paddlecraft should use extreme caution.
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 76.8°F
Average Humidity: 77%
Wind: 13.6 mph
UV Index: 1.5
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.35 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.57 μg/m3
Ozone: 116.84 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:09 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 1:32 PM
Moonset: 9:01 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 3.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:33 AM - 6:03 AM1:02 PM - 3:32 PM
Minor Periods
8:31 PM - 10:01 PM5:19 AM - 6:49 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 73.8°F
Average Humidity: 53%
Wind: 6 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.6 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.61 μg/m3
Ozone: 78.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:08 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 54 mins
Moon Transit: 2:21 PM
Moonset: 9:22 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:24 AM - 6:54 AM1:51 PM - 4:21 PM
Minor Periods
8:52 PM - 10:22 PM6:35 AM - 8:05 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 74.5°F
Average Humidity: 62%
Wind: 14.3 mph
UV Index: 2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.86 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.78 μg/m3
Ozone: 92.44 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:07 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 51 mins
Moon Transit: 3:06 PM
Moonset: 9:41 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 3.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:10 AM - 7:40 AM2:36 PM - 5:06 PM
Minor Periods
9:11 PM - 10:41 PM7:48 AM - 9:18 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 74.1°F
Average Humidity: 76%
Wind: 6.5 mph
UV Index: 1.9
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.65 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.01 μg/m3
Ozone: 106.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:05 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 49 mins
Moon Transit: 3:48 PM
Moonset: 9:58 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 9.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:52 AM - 8:22 AM3:18 PM - 5:48 PM
Minor Periods
9:28 PM - 10:58 PM8:56 AM - 10:26 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 72.7°F
Average Humidity: 76%
Wind: 7.8 mph
UV Index: 1.9
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.59 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 106 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:41 AM
Sunset: 8:04 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 47 mins
Moon Transit: 4:28 PM
Moonset: 10:14 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 16.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:33 AM - 9:03 AM3:58 PM - 6:28 PM
Minor Periods
9:44 PM - 11:14 PM10:02 AM - 11:32 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5