Best Time to Visit Detroit
Best time: Jul, Jun, May, Aug.
Jul is warmest (28.5°C high); Sep is rainiest (90 mm).
Detroit weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -0.4 | -7.9 | 48 | 2.3 |
| Feb | 1.3 | -6.9 | 48 | 3.7 |
| Mar | 6.9 | -2.3 | 70 | 5.5 |
| Apr | 13.9 | 3.3 | 80 | 7.2 |
| May | 20.9 | 9.4 | 76 | 8.6 |
| Jun | 26 | 14.7 | 87 | 9.5 |
| Jul | 28.5 | 17.5 | 83 | 9.5 |
| Aug | 27.3 | 16.7 | 82 | 8 |
| Sep | 23.2 | 12.5 | 90 | 6.7 |
| Oct | 16.2 | 6.4 | 63 | 4.3 |
| Nov | 8.8 | 1 | 77 | 2.4 |
| Dec | 2.3 | -4.6 | 71 | 1.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunMayAug
Beaches: JulAugJun
Hiking: MayOctJunApr
Sightseeing: MayJulJunAug
Detroit quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Detroit?
Jul, Jun, May, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 90 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 28.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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