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Detroit in July

Find out everything about the water temperature in Detroit in July. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in July for the last two years. Compare the current month's water temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in July
Minimum:

65.2 °F

Average:

72.8 °F

Maximum:

78.2 °F

Water temperature in Detroit in July

In the city of Detroit, the month of July is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 65.2°F on July 1, 2015, with an average temperature being 72.8°F and a maximum temperature reaching 78.2°F on July 28, 2020.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In July, the water temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 72.8°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Jul 1 69.8°F 70.4°F 69.4°F
Jul 2 69.9°F 68.5°F 70.7°F
Jul 3 70.2°F 69.6°F 70.7°F
Jul 4 70.4°F 70.1°F 70.7°F
Jul 5 71.0°F 69.8°F 71.0°F
Jul 6 72.1°F 70.8°F 73.3°F
Jul 7 72.6°F 71.2°F 73.7°F
Jul 8 72.3°F 69.8°F 74.3°F
Jul 9 72.0°F 71.1°F 74.4°F
Jul 10 72.3°F 72.5°F 74.1°F
Jul 11 72.4°F 72.8°F 72.9°F
Jul 12 72.7°F 71.9°F 72.4°F
Jul 13 72.8°F 72.2°F 72.4°F
Jul 14 73.0°F 73.3°F 72.6°F
Jul 15 73.0°F 75.2°F 71.5°F
Jul 16 73.2°F 74.9°F 71.8°F
Jul 17 72.9°F 74.7°F 70.6°F
Jul 18 72.8°F 74.4°F 71.7°F
Jul 19 72.8°F 74.3°F 71.9°F
Jul 20 73.3°F 73.3°F 71.8°F
Jul 21 74.1°F 73.9°F 73.0°F
Jul 22 74.2°F 74.4°F 72.2°F
Jul 23 73.9°F 74.5°F 73.7°F
Jul 24 74.2°F 75.1°F 73.7°F
Jul 25 74.2°F 75.4°F 73.7°F
Jul 26 74.1°F 74.0°F 72.9°F
Jul 27 74.2°F 74.4°F 73.4°F
Jul 28 74.4°F 74.8°F 73.0°F
Jul 29 74.3°F 75.3°F 73.0°F
Jul 30 74.6°F 77.0°F 76.0°F
Jul 31 74.5°F 77.0°F 75.2°F

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 37. The warmest water in Detroit was recorded on August 30, 2021, reaching a 78.8°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, 43.6°F in Spring, 70.6°F in Summer, and 58.5°F in Autumn. The average temperature in July is slightly warmer than June's average of 64.8°F. And in August, the temperature is expected to rise further, potentially reaching an average of 74.1°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Fraser 38.7°F 15mi
Gibraltar 35.2°F 18mi
Lorain 38.8°F 75mi
Sheffield 38.9°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Detroit