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Iguazu Falls at high flow: water power this week
Marco Três newsroom · edited by Annie Grellmann
The flow of the Iguaçu River at Iguazu Falls in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, is 2,396 m³/s, 1.6 times the historic average of 1,500 m³/s.
Today's measurement indicates 2,396 m³/s (184 cm level), which corresponds to 1.6 times the historic average flow of 1,500 m³/s – about 2.4 million liters per second. This ranking places the river among the top 5% of recorded values, although it is still down roughly 53.6% over the past seven days (range of 1,567 to 5,178 m³/s).
During strong floods, the park usually keeps the viewpoints open, but the final section of the walkway may be closed for safety, as announced operationally on the day. To know the current status, check the official Iguazu Falls page before heading out.
Water at flood stage takes on a brown color due to sediment carried from rain in the basin, not because of dirt. There is no connection to the Itaipu dam, which is on the Paraná River and does not control the Iguaçu flow.
What this means for you: the water force is high, ideal for those who like to see the falls in motion, but be prepared for possible restrictions on the final walkway; check real-time status and bring a raincoat, as the volume can create heavier spray.
Read also: Are the Iguazu Falls open today?
Frequently asked questions
- Is the current flow above the historic average?
- Yes, 2,396 m³/s is 1.6 times the historic average of 1,500 m³/s.
- Can the final walkway be closed?
- During strong floods the park may temporarily close the final section of the walkway; check the official status before visiting.
- Does brown water indicate dirt?
- No, the brown color comes from sediment from rain in the river basin.
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