River Rouge at Detroit, Michigan water temperature
River Rouge at Detroit, Michigan · River
The current water temperature at River Rouge at Detroit is 17.6 °C (as of September 20, 2026, source: USGS).
A river can change temperature within hours — snowmelt, rain or power-plant operations show up immediately. That is why the measured value counts here, not an estimate.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 220 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 17.6 °C on September 20, 2026 · highest value: 24.7 °C on September 2, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 17.6 °C and 24.7 °C.
The current value is 3.4 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at River Rouge at Detroit right now?
The current water temperature is 17.6 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at River Rouge at Detroit?
Currently 17.6 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at River Rouge at Detroit in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 21.0 °C.
When is the water warmest at River Rouge at Detroit?
Across the measurement record, August is on average the warmest month (21.8 °C).
