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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

75.1

°F

July 2, 06:07

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.6°F

Tomorrow:

75.1°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

21:13

Day Length:

15 h. 13 min.

Detroit in July

Minimum:

32.9°F

Average:

35.5°F

Maximum:

38.6°F

Water temperature in Detroit today

As of now, in Detroit, the water temperature is 75.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 4.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 67.7°F on 2019.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 76.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 75.1°F, while the maximum might reach 77.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Detroit

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 18 67.0°F 65.4°F 66.1°F
Jun 19 65.9°F 67.5°F 66.9°F
Jun 20 63.9°F 67.5°F 66.7°F
Jun 21 65.6°F 64.8°F 66.7°F
Jun 22 65.9°F 67.2°F 67.4°F
Jun 23 67.3°F 70.4°F 68.5°F
Jun 24 66.0°F 73.2°F 68.3°F
Jun 25 67.9°F 74.2°F 68.5°F
Jun 26 70.5°F 74.6°F 69.2°F
Jun 27 66.2°F 75.4°F 69.0°F
Jun 28 66.3°F 75.7°F 69.3°F
Jun 29 67.2°F 75.0°F 69.1°F
Jun 30 69.3°F 72.0°F 69.7°F
Jul 1 70.6°F 74.2°F 70.6°F
Jul 2 75.1°F 76.7°F 71.0°F
Jul 3 75.1°F 74.9°F 71.0°F
Jul 4 75.4°F 75.3°F 71.3°F
Jul 5 75.8°F 74.2°F 71.6°F
Jul 6 77.3°F 75.5°F 73.2°F
Jul 7 77.8°F 76.7°F 73.7°F
Jul 8 77.3°F 77.9°F 73.2°F
Jul 9 76.9°F 75.4°F 72.8°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, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 47 swimming days.
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 35.6°F in Winter, 44.2°F in Spring, 71.0°F in Summer, and 58.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Fraser 74.8°F 15mi
Gibraltar 75.6°F 18mi
Lorain 74.9°F 75mi
Sheffield 75.1°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Detroit