The most detailed information about the water temperature in Mackinaw City in Large Lakes (Michigan, United States). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Mackinaw City for a week.
Water temperature in Mackinaw City right now
data updated 21 minutes ago41°F
yesterday: 40°F
a week ago: 39°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Mackinaw City is 41.2°F. At this temperature, you can only immerse yourself in water for a few minutes. But it should be remembered that even for trained and seasoned people, this can be dangerous. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 47°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly higher than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise both over the past 20 days and over the past week. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 41°F. Water temperature range in Mackinaw City in April is from 32 to 42 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Mackinaw City will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 44°F.
Table of water temperature values in Mackinaw City
| Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
| Apr 19 | 4.3°C | 3.3°C | |
| Apr 20 | 4.3°C | 3.3°C | |
| Apr 21 | 4.3°C | 3.3°C | |
| Apr 22 | 4.7°C | 3.5°C | |
| Apr 23 | 4.5°C | 3.5°C | |
| Apr 24 | 4.6°C | 4.3°C | |
| Apr 25 | 4.8°C | 3.5°C | |
| Apr 26 | 5.1°C | 3.3°C | |
| Apr 27 | 3.8°C | 5.9°C | |
| Apr 28 | 3.0°C | 4.6°C | |
| Apr 29 | 3.8°C | 5.9°C | |
| Apr 30 | 3.0°C | 4.6°C | |
| May 1 | 3.8°C | 5.9°C | |
| May 2 | 4.0°C | 6.2°C | |
| May 3 | 4.5°C | 7.0°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in United States.
Annual graph of average water temperature change in Mackinaw City
Water temperature in Mackinaw City by month
Mackinaw City located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 45 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in July, usually in the middle of the month. During a year in Mackinaw City there are 37 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends in August. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Mackinaw City is 47°F, by the seasons: in winter 36°F, in spring 36°F, in summer 62°F, in autumn 54°F. Minimum water temperature (32°F) in Mackinaw City it happens in February, maximum (74°F) in July.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Mackinaw City changes in each specific month:
Mackinaw City: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water* | Distance** |
| Saint Ignace | 41°C | 10km |
| Harbor Springs | 40°C | 44km |
| Sault Sainte Marie | 40°C | 85km |
| Johnswood | 41°C  | 88km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in United States recorded in Marathon, its value is 79°F. Lowest - in Nome, there water temperature now 28°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 57°F.
Water temperature data in Mackinaw City and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 12 kilometers. This is Mackinac Island (MCD) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Mackinaw City: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Mackinaw City
23km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 0%
32km/hhumidity: 67%, clouds: 31%
26km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 65%
25km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 100%
19km/hhumidity: 80%, clouds: 100%
27km/hhumidity: 97%, clouds: 100%
17km/hhumidity: 99%, clouds: 100%
17km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 100%
21km/hhumidity: 91%, clouds: 100%
25km/hhumidity: 93%, clouds: 100%
31km/hhumidity: 92%, clouds: 98%
24km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 41%
17km/hhumidity: 95%, clouds: 71%
15km/hhumidity: 92%, clouds: 87%
11km/hhumidity: 92%, clouds: 93%
12km/hhumidity: 87%, clouds: 100%
15km/hhumidity: 87%, clouds: 100%
19km/hhumidity: 94%, clouds: 100%
27km/hhumidity: 99%, clouds: 100%
33km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 100%
34km/hhumidity: 96%, clouds: 100%
34km/hhumidity: 96%, clouds: 100%
33km/hhumidity: 96%, clouds: 100%
30km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 100%
25km/hhumidity: 97%, clouds: 100%
19km/hhumidity: 99%, clouds: 100%
20km/hhumidity: 100%, clouds: 100%
15km/hhumidity: 100%, clouds: 100%
16km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 100%
15km/hhumidity: 92%, clouds: 75%
13km/hhumidity: 90%, clouds: 39%
18km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 0%
20km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 0%
16km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 1%
6km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 14%
15km/hhumidity: 86%, clouds: 99%
10km/hhumidity: 93%, clouds: 98%
10km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 100%
11km/hhumidity: 98%, clouds: 93%
13km/hhumidity: 86%, clouds: 79%
