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Current Local Time in Lake Superior

Current local time and time zone in Lake Superior, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 59°F now🕔 1:26 AM local📅 Best: August and September

Current local time in Lake Superior

1:26 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Detroit
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now5:26 AM
Sunrise6:58 AM
Sunset8:46 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:58 AM
Sunset8:46 PM
Daylight13h 48m
Solar noon1:52 PM
Golden hour (am)6:58 AM - 7:58 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:46 PM - 8:46 PM
Blue hour (am)6:28 AM - 6:58 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:46 PM - 9:16 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%
Moonrise7:45 PM
Moonset4:05 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Lake Superior

TypeLake
StateMinnesota
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates47°42′0″N 87°30′0″W (47.7, -87.5)
Maximum depth1.332 ft
Known forthe largest freshwater lake by area
Local time1:26 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsAugust and September
ClimateSubarctic

Summary

Lake Superior is a lake in Minnesota. Lake Superior is a lake known as the largest freshwater lake by area.

Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Lake Superior with clear sky. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 56°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Lake Superior is August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 60°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 16°F.

Nearby highlights include Isle Royale National Park, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Tettegouche State Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Lake Superior today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 47°42′0″N 87°30′0″W (47.7, -87.5)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Superior?

Lake Superior is a lake in Minnesota. Its coordinates are 47.7, -87.5. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Lake Superior right now?

It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 89% and wind is 16 mph.

When is the best time to visit Lake Superior?

August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Superior, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Lake Superior in?

Lake Superior observes America/Detroit (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:26 AM.

What are the top things to do in Lake Superior?

Popular options include Isle Royale National Park, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Tettegouche State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 25, 2026 at 1:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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