Water Temperature of the Delaware River in Philadelphia, PA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 4:45 AM EDT
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Station Name: Delaware River at Pennypack Woods PA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 52 feet / 16 meters
Nearest Address:
N Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Philadelphia County
GPS Coordinates: 40.0385, -74.9936111
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Weather for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Current Weather

Humidity: 64%
Feels Like: 70°F
Wind: SW 5.4 mph
Wind Gusts: 6.2 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 25%
Visibility: 9 mi
UV Index: 2.1
Five Day Weather Forecast

Sat
H: 89°F
L: 65°F

Sun
H: 81°F
L: 69°F

Mon
H: 91°F
L: 72°F

Tue
H: 79°F
L: 64°F

Wed
H: 77°F
L: 62°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.77 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 8.51 μg/m3
Ozone: 123 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:02 PM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 25 mins
Moon Transit: 1:25 PM
Moonset: 8:06 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:36 AM - 5:06 AM12:55 AM - 3:25 PM
Minor Periods
7:36 PM - 9:06 PM6:04 AM - 7:34 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 23 at 4:39AM EDT until August 24 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 4:39 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 23 at 4:39AM EDT until August 24 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 4:39 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Coastal Flood Warning issued August 23 at 4:39AM EDT until August 24 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 4:39 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Ocean, Atlantic and Southeastern Burlington. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized moderate tidal flooding remains possible with the Saturday night high tide, particularly along the backbays that remain slow to drain.
A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 23 at 4:39AM EDT until August 24 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 4:39 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued August 23 at 4:39AM EDT until August 24 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 4:39 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 75.3°F
Average Humidity: 58%
Wind: 12.3 mph
UV Index: 2.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 35.05 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 8.41 μg/m3
Ozone: 83.32 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:02 PM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 25 mins
Moon Transit: 1:25 PM
Moonset: 8:06 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:36 AM - 5:06 AM12:55 AM - 3:25 PM
Minor Periods
7:36 PM - 9:06 PM6:04 AM - 7:34 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 75.1°F
Average Humidity: 70%
Wind: 11 mph
UV Index: 1.8
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 17.1 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.34 μg/m3
Ozone: 82.44 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:02 PM
Sunset: 7:43 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 23 mins
Moon Transit: 2:08 PM
Moonset: 8:27 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:20 AM - 5:50 AM1:38 PM - 4:08 PM
Minor Periods
7:57 PM - 9:27 PM7:09 AM - 8:39 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 78.9°F
Average Humidity: 71%
Wind: 13.6 mph
UV Index: 1.9
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 26.09 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 8.3 μg/m3
Ozone: 82.52 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:01 PM
Sunset: 7:42 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 20 mins
Moon Transit: 2:49 PM
Moonset: 8:47 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:02 AM - 6:32 AM2:19 PM - 4:49 PM
Minor Periods
8:17 PM - 9:47 PM8:13 AM - 9:43 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 71.1°F
Average Humidity: 45%
Wind: 13.9 mph
UV Index: 1.9
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 24.83 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 10.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 68.68 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:01 PM
Sunset: 7:40 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 18 mins
Moon Transit: 3:30 PM
Moonset: 9:07 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 6.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:43 AM - 7:13 AM3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Minor Periods
8:37 PM - 10:07 PM9:14 AM - 10:44 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 69.5°F
Average Humidity: 39%
Wind: 12.8 mph
UV Index: 0.1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 55.86 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 9.08 μg/m3
Ozone: 31.46 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:01 PM
Sunset: 7:39 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 15 mins
Moon Transit: 4:11 PM
Moonset: 9:28 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 12.6%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:24 AM - 7:54 AM3:41 PM - 6:11 PM
Minor Periods
8:58 PM - 10:28 PM10:16 AM - 11:46 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5