Lake Huron

Lake Huron

Lake Huron Beach, Alpena County, MI
23007mi²
175.00ft
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Lake Information

Lake Huron, the one that looks like a beaver, is the third largest great lake and offers a variety of activities on the Michigan side. With shipwrecks in the hundreds, Lake Huron is great for divers looking to explore what lies below the surface. The Sunrise Coast is the northern part of Michigan that is great for tourists looking to get out on the lake. The magnificent sunrises that can be seen from this part of the lake provide the name for this beautiful area.

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Current Conditions

50°F°
Feels like 50°F°
MostlyClear
Today's High
56°F°
Today's Low
34°F°

Water Temperature

34°F
Updated: (May 7)
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Current water temperature for Lake Huron is 34°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind2 mph NNE (Gust 4 mph)
Pressure
30.24 inHg
Visibility30 mi
Humidity43%
Cloud Cover36%

Forecast: Friday, May 9

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
36°F°
10 AM
49°F°
1 PM
55°F°
4 PM
56°F°
7 PM
53°F°

Temperature

High
56°F°
Low
34°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

5mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
12mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed6 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise10:11 AM
Sunset12:49 AM
Moon PhasewaxingGibbous
Max UV Index8 (Very High)

Solunar Fishing Forecast

Action Rating
3/5

Todays action is rated a 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)

Major Times (Best)

4:00 AM - 4:00 AM

3:42 PM - 6:12 PM

Minor Times (Good)

9:39 PM - 11:09 PM

8:12 AM - 9:42 AM

Outlook for Friday at Lake Huron

Expect temperatures ranging from 34°F to 56°F. Skies look mostly clear with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 5 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 12 mph. The maximum UV index will be 8 (Very High), so plan sun protection accordingly. For anglers, today's fishing action is rated 3/5 (Todays action is rated a 3 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). Look for the best bite times during the major periods around 4:00 AM and 3:42 PM, or try the minor windows near 9:39 PM and 8:12 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Lake Huron.

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May 8th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
175 ft
Area
23007 mi²
Coordinates
45.069, -83.435

Weather Forecast

Friday

56°F
34°F

Saturday

57°F
44°F

Sunday

55°F
41°F

Monday

67°F
47°F

Tuesday

63°F
53°F

Wednesday

58°F
51°F

Thursday

60°F
51°F

Friday

74°F
53°F

Saturday

65°F
51°F
Friday - 5/9/2025
56°F
34°F
12am
39°F
34°F
30.26 hPa
2 mph
N
G: 5 mph
2am
36°F
34°F
30.24 hPa
3 mph
NNW
G: 4 mph
4am
35°F
34°F
30.24 hPa
6 mph
NW
G: 11 mph
6am
35°F
34°F
30.24 hPa
5 mph
NW
G: 10 mph
8am
40°F
34°F
30.26 hPa
4 mph
NW
G: 9 mph
10am
49°F
34°F
30.24 hPa
4 mph
NNW
G: 7 mph
12pm
54°F
34°F
30.22 hPa
4 mph
NNE
G: 8 mph
2pm
56°F
34°F
30.18 hPa
6 mph
NE
G: 10 mph
4pm
56°F
34°F
30.15 hPa
6 mph
ENE
G: 10 mph
6pm
55°F
34°F
30.12 hPa
5 mph
ESE
G: 9 mph
8pm
51°F
34°F
30.11 hPa
5 mph
SSE
G: 8 mph
10pm
48°F
34°F
30.12 hPa
5 mph
S
G: 8 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Lake Huron

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

32°F

On Jan 19

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

49°F

Typical temp during the Last 12 Months.

Temperature Trend: Last 12 Months

Surface temperature over the selected period.

Key Observations (Last 12 Months)

  • Warmest avg: July (68°F).
  • Coolest avg: January (34°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: February → March (+24°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: March → April (-23°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm036912

Wind Direction

355°

Pressure

1025 mb

Cloud Cover

0%

Visibility

17 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

FriSatSunMonTueWedThuFriSat0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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