Methow River At Winthrop, Wa Realtime Data
METHOW RIVER AT WINTHROP, WA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
215
Discharge (cfs)
9.9
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 215 cfs, and a gauge height of 9.85 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 198 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is primarily fed by snowmelt and precipitation in the surrounding mountains, with the highest flows typically occurring in late spring and early summer. The river is home to several species of fish, including Chinook salmon and steelhead trout, and is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, rafting, and kayaking. There are no major dams on the Methow River, although some smaller ones exist on its tributaries. One quirky fact about the river is that it is known for its exceptional fly fishing opportunities, with anglers traveling from around the world to fish its waters.
October 2, 2026
| Elevation | 1,756.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 9.85 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 215.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 93% |
| Year Over Year Average | 233 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 18,500 cfs |
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