Detroit Weather Forecast
Detroit weather: 58°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Detroit?
Yes - rain is likely in Detroit today.
A 50% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sun.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,3 in against a typical 0,6 in).
16-day forecast for Detroit
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 58° | 50% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 52° | 3% | 16 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 56° | 0% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 64° | 29% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Showers | 87° / 65° | 29% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 65° | 8% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 62° | 6% | 7 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 75° / 65° | 22% · 0,5 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 65° | 29% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 60° | 26% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light rain | 62° / 57° | 20% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 55° | 18% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 59° | 19% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 63° | 13% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 62° | 16% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 70° / 62° | 24% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 2 |
What this means for Detroit
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 2.7°F below the 79°F typical for this month.
A 50% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 85°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Detroit?
Detroit is a city in Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.3314, -83.0458. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Detroit right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 75% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Detroit?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Detroit, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Detroit in?
Detroit observes America/Detroit (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:46 PM.
How many people live in Detroit?
Detroit has a population of approximately 630.000.
What is the nearest airport to Detroit?
The closest airports are Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 196 mi away and O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Detroit?
Popular options include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, CN Tower, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 24, 2026 at 7:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
