St. Johns River Water Level

Q: What is the water level of St. Johns River today?

St. Johns River water levels are measured at USGS gauge ST. JOHNS RIVER NEAR CHRISTMAS, FL; the current gauge height updates on this page throughout the day, alongside a 30-day trend.

Q: Is St. Johns River high or low right now?

This page compares the current reading against the trailing 30-day average and range for St. Johns River — above the average means higher water than usual, below means lower.

Live gauge height for St. Johns River, measured at USGS station ST. JOHNS RIVER NEAR CHRISTMAS, FL.

Current gauge height

5.56 ft

Updated 1 hr ago

vs. 30-day average

+1.28 ft

30-day avg: 4.28 ft

Streamflow

1,130 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 3.27–5.46 ft2026-09-01

St. Johns River is currently 1.3 ft above its 30-day average — ramps and courtesy docks may sit deeper than usual; watch for submerged hazards near shorelines.

Boat Ramps on St. Johns River (2)

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St. Johns River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of St. Johns River today?

The USGS gauge for St. Johns River (ST. JOHNS RIVER NEAR CHRISTMAS, FL) currently reads a gauge height of 5.56 feet, 1.3 ft above its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is St. Johns River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, St. Johns River is 1.3 ft above its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on St. Johns River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on St. Johns River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 02232500. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.