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Water temperature in Detroit

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Detroit. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Water temperature in Detroit now

65.1

°F

October 10, 14:37

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.8°F

Tomorrow:

64.7°F

Sunrise:

07:39

Sunset:

18:59

Day Length:

11 h. 20 min.

Detroit in October

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

34.9°F

Maximum:

37.0°F

Water temperature in Detroit today

As of now, in Detroit, the water temperature is 65.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 3.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 66.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 58.7°F on 2015.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 63.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 61.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 64.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Detroit

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 68.3°F 70.5°F 67.7°F
Sep 27 69.6°F 69.9°F 67.8°F
Sep 28 69.7°F 69.3°F 67.1°F
Sep 29 69.9°F 68.9°F 66.6°F
Sep 30 69.8°F 68.5°F 66.0°F
Oct 1 69.7°F 68.0°F 65.2°F
Oct 2 69.6°F 66.8°F 64.5°F
Oct 3 68.7°F 67.6°F 64.3°F
Oct 4 67.8°F 66.2°F 64.1°F
Oct 5 68.0°F 65.9°F 64.0°F
Oct 6 67.6°F 65.8°F 63.2°F
Oct 7 69.1°F 65.2°F 63.4°F
Oct 8 69.6°F 64.7°F 63.0°F
Oct 9 67.8°F 63.7°F 62.6°F
Oct 10 65.1°F 62.9°F 61.9°F
Oct 11 64.7°F 61.5°F 61.5°F
Oct 12 64.5°F 61.2°F 61.3°F
Oct 13 63.9°F 58.4°F 60.7°F
Oct 14 63.0°F 58.1°F 59.8°F
Oct 15 62.5°F 58.5°F 59.3°F
Oct 16 62.1°F 59.1°F 58.9°F
Oct 17 61.2°F 57.6°F 58.0°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Water temperature in Detroit by month

In Detroit, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 39.
The warmest water in Detroit was recorded on August 14, 2025, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 4, 2018, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 35.8°F in Winter, 44.0°F in Spring, 70.8°F in Summer, and 58.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Fraser 65.6°F 15mi
Gibraltar 67.1°F 18mi
Lorain 68.4°F 75mi
Sheffield 68.3°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Detroit