Current speed: The current speed of the Niagara River varies depending on the location and the time of year. At the Niagara Falls, the current speed is estimated to be around 22 kilometers per hour (14 miles per hour). However, the current can be much faster or slower at different points in the river.
Peak flow: The peak flow of the Niagara River occurs during the spring and early summer when the snowmelt from the Great Lakes region increases the amount of water flowing into the river. During these times, the flow rate can reach up to 6,000 cubic meters per second (212,000 cubic feet per second).