Late summer · Weather & things to do
Detroit in August
Little changes in Detroit from July: highs stay near 81°F (27°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls.
At 85/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 63°F (17°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (82 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Detroit's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in July to 85/100.
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends.
- Our Frankenmuth & Detroit route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Detroit in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Belle Isle Park
Island park with a conservatory, aquarium and city views.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Guardian Building
1929 Art Deco skyscraper with a tiled, vaulted lobby open to the public.
Eastern Market
Historic public market with produce sheds, murals and specialty food shops.
Lafayette Coney Island
Downtown hot-dog counter serving Coney dogs since 1917.
Two James Spirits
Corktown tasting room of Detroit's first licensed distillery since Prohibition.
American Coney Island
Coney dogs with chili, mustard and onions on Lafayette Boulevard since 1917.
Nearby in August
- Frankenmuth in August~78 mi · highs 78°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cleveland in August~90 mi · highs 78°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Holland in August~159 mi · highs 76°F, 3.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- German Village in August~165 mi · highs 85°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Belle Isle and Downtown Detroit.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Detroit in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Detroit?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Great Lakes Hidden Gems route recommends.
How hot is Detroit in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Detroit in August?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.4 in (848 mm).
What should I pack for Detroit in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Great Lakes Hidden Gems May – Sep
Planning Detroit in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.