Weather in Detroit
What's the weather like in Detroit?
Detroit has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) in July, with overnight lows around -7°C (19°F) and 19°C (65°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Detroit are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Detroit
- Coordinates
- 42.331, -83.046
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -7°C / 19°F | 61 mm | 17 | — |
| February | 1°C / 34°F | -7°C / 19°F | 69 mm | 16 | — |
| March | 7°C / 44°F | -2°C / 28°F | 66 mm | 16 | — |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | 3°C / 38°F | 87 mm | 19 | — |
| May | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 88 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 95 mm | 17 | — |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 65°F | 87 mm | 18 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 65°F | 92 mm | 18 | — |
| September | 23°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 74 mm | 15 | — |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 9°C / 47°F | 91 mm | 17 | — |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 1°C / 34°F | 60 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | -2°C / 28°F | 57 mm | 15 | — |
Detroit by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Detroit?
The most comfortable months in Detroit are usually May, June, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Detroit?
July is typically the hottest month in Detroit, averaging a high of 28°C (82°F).
What is the coldest month in Detroit?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -7°C (19°F).
Does it snow in Detroit?
Snow is rare in Detroit; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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