Brazos River at Waco 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 Waco near Waco, Texas.
River flow
27% of the median flow for November 8 (439 cfs, records since 1941).
Wading & floating
Lower than usual. Good wading; floats may be slow with some shallow spots.
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 - fish often feed ahead of a front
- Calm, slick water - fish may be wary
Brazos River at Waco flow, last 30 days (cfs)
Brazos River at Waco flow vs. last year
Best fishing times today
- 5:47 AM – 6:47 AMMinor · Moonrise
- 10:40 AM – 12:40 PMMajor · Moon overhead
- 4:27 PM – 5:27 PMMinor · Moonset
3-day forecast
67°/56°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 30%
73°/55°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 15%
75°/55°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 6%
Brazos River at Waco FAQ
What is the flow of the Brazos River at Waco today?
The Brazos River at Waco is flowing at 119 cubic feet per second (USGS gauge 08096500), below normal for this date (27% of the median for November 8).
Is the Brazos River at Waco good for wading or floating right now?
Lower than usual. Good wading; floats may be slow with some shallow spots. Always check local conditions and posted warnings before you go.
Nearby river gauges
Data: USGS gauge 08096500 (discharge, provisional). cfs = cubic feet per second. Forecast: National Weather Service.