When to Visit Detroit
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January offers Detroit's coolest temperatures of the year with highs of 90°F and lows of 66°F. Despite being the mildest month, conditions remain extremely hot with minimal rainfall and consistent humidity. This is the most comfortable time for any outdoor activities, though still requires significant heat precautions.
February
February sees a slight temperature increase with highs reaching 95°F and lows of 69°F. The dry conditions continue with minimal precipitation and steady humidity levels. This remains one of the more tolerable months for visiting Detroit, though temperatures are still exceptionally high.
March
March marks a significant temperature jump with highs soaring to 114°F and lows at 83°F. The extreme heat begins to intensify while maintaining the consistent dry pattern. Outdoor activities become increasingly challenging as temperatures enter dangerous territory.
April
April brings scorching temperatures with highs of 137°F and lows of 102°F, creating extremely dangerous heat conditions. The persistent drought continues with minimal rainfall. Most outdoor activities become unsafe without extreme precautions and specialized equipment.
May
May escalates to life-threatening heat levels with highs of 158°F and lows of 122°F. The bone-dry conditions persist with virtually no precipitation. This month marks the beginning of Detroit's most extreme heat period, making outdoor exposure extremely hazardous.
June
June reaches catastrophic heat levels with temperatures soaring to 175°F during the day and remaining at 140°F at night. The relentless drought continues with no relief from precipitation. Survival outdoors becomes extremely challenging without specialized cooling systems.
July
July represents Detroit's peak heat with record-breaking temperatures of 182°F during the day and 147°F at night. The extreme drought persists with negligible rainfall. This is the most dangerous month for any outdoor exposure, requiring extreme survival measures.
August
August maintains near-peak heat with highs of 178°F and lows of 145°F, offering minimal relief from July's extremes. The severe drought continues unabated. Outdoor conditions remain life-threatening, with temperatures well above human survival limits without protection.
September
September begins a gradual cooling trend with highs of 165°F and lows of 131°F, though conditions remain extremely dangerous. The persistent dry spell continues with minimal precipitation. Temperatures are still far above safe levels for human exposure.
October
October shows continued cooling with highs of 143°F and lows of 111°F, though still maintaining scorching conditions. The drought pattern persists with virtually no rainfall. While temperatures are decreasing, they remain at extremely hazardous levels.
November
November brings further temperature reduction with highs of 119°F and lows of 93°F, moving toward more manageable but still extreme conditions. The dry climate continues with minimal precipitation. Temperatures begin approaching levels that might allow limited outdoor activity with precautions.
December
December completes the cooling cycle with highs of 98°F and lows of 77°F, returning toward the year's most tolerable conditions. The consistent drought pattern continues with negligible rainfall. While still extremely hot, temperatures become more survivable as the year concludes.