San Marcos River at San Marcos 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 San Marcos River at San Marcos near San Marcos, Texas.
River flow
50% of the median flow for November 8 (178 cfs, records since 1995).
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 fast - fish often feed ahead of a front
- Fishable breeze (~9 mph)
- High chance of rain (91%)
- Thunderstorms possible - stay off the water when you hear thunder
San Marcos River at San Marcos flow, last 30 days (cfs)
San Marcos River at San Marcos flow vs. last year
Best fishing times today
- 5:48 AM – 6:48 AMMinor · Moonrise
- 10:43 AM – 12:43 PMMajor · Moon overhead
- 4:34 PM – 5:34 PMMinor · Moonset
3-day forecast
62°/59°F · wind up to 10 mph · rain 91%
65°/57°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 85%
70°/56°F · calm · rain 20%
San Marcos River at San Marcos FAQ
What is the flow of the San Marcos River at San Marcos today?
The San Marcos River at San Marcos is flowing at 88 cubic feet per second (USGS gauge 08170500), below normal for this date (50% of the median for November 8).
Is the San Marcos River at San Marcos 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 08170500 (discharge, provisional). cfs = cubic feet per second. Forecast: National Weather Service.