Brazos River at Richmond flow & fishing conditions
Live river flow from USGS, how it compares with normal for today, National Weather Service forecast and solunar fishing times for the Brazos River at Richmond near Richmond, Texas.
River flow
31% of the median flow for November 8 (2,050 cfs, records since 1941).
Wading & floating
Very low, clear water. Expect to drag in shallow riffles; fish hold in the deeper pools.
Flow changes fast after rain upstream. Check local conditions and never cross flooded roads or low-water crossings.
Today's fishing conditions
- New moon today - strongest solunar days of the month
- Moonrise lines up with sunrise
- Barometer falling fast - fish often feed ahead of a front
- Fishable breeze (~5 mph)
- Very low for this date flow
Brazos River at Richmond flow, last 30 days (cfs)
Brazos River at Richmond flow vs. last year
Best fishing times today
- 5:38 AM – 6:38 AMMinor · Moonrise
- 10:34 AM – 12:34 PMMajor · Moon overhead
- 4:26 PM – 5:26 PMMinor · Moonset
- 10:58 PM – 12:58 AMMajor · Moon underfoot
3-day forecast
66°/61°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 30%
66°/58°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 34%
74°/57°F · calm · rain 22%
Brazos River at Richmond FAQ
What is the flow of the Brazos River at Richmond today?
The Brazos River at Richmond is flowing at 632 cubic feet per second (USGS gauge 08114000), very low for this date (31% of the median for November 8).
Is the Brazos River at Richmond good for wading or floating right now?
Very low, clear water. Expect to drag in shallow riffles; fish hold in the deeper pools. Always check local conditions and posted warnings before you go.
Nearby river gauges
Data: USGS gauge 08114000 (discharge, provisional). cfs = cubic feet per second. Forecast: National Weather Service.