Water Temperature of the Thunder Bay River in Alpena, MI

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Local Points of Interest

North River Front Park; South River Front Park; Thunder Bay; Lake Huron

Thunder Bay River

Station Name: Alpena
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 577 feet

Sensor Depth: -15 feet

Nearest Address:
160 E Fletcher St
Alpena, MI 49707
Alpena County

GPS Coordinates: 45.063000, -83.428600

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Weather for Alpena, Michigan

Current Weather

30.9°F
Mist
Mist
18.6°F
31.9°F
92%
E 19.7 mph
27.2 mph
18.7°F
30.6°F
0.11 in
100%
2 mi
1003 mbar
0.2

Five Day Weather Forecast

Ice pellets
Wed
H: 32°F
L: 30°F
Moderate or heavy snow showers
Thu
H: 33°F
L: 30°F
Moderate rain
Fri
H: 35°F
L: 32°F
Light freezing rain
Sat
H: 29°F
L: 23°F
Moderate snow
Sun
H: 28°F
L: 23°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.45 μg/m3
PM10: 1.55 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 172.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.85 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.25 μg/m3
Ozone: 85 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:30 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:06 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 36 mins
Moonrise: 8:02 AM
Moon Transit: 1:45 PM
Moonset: 7:42 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:47 AM - 4:17 AM
1:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Minor Periods

7:12 PM - 8:42 PM
7:32 AM - 9:02 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 3:36AM EST until February 18 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:36 AM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches and ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. Locally higher snow amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Highest snow amounts will be near the Lake Huron shoreline. * WHERE...Alpena, Cheboygan, Emmet, Montmorency, and Presque Isle Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous due to the wet snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of freezing drizzle is likely this afternoon and evening after the main batch of wet snowfall.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.


Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 9:35AM EST until February 18 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 2:35 PM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 2:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches and ice accumulations ranging from a light glaze to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Alpena, Cheboygan, Emmet, Montmorency, and Presque Isle Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous due to the wet snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact commutes through this evening.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.


Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 3:36AM EST until February 18 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:36 AM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:45 PM

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. In addition, ice accumulations of a light glaze to up to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.


Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 9:35AM EST until February 18 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 2:35 PM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Additional snow and sleet accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. In addition, ice accumulations of a light glaze to up to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact commutes through early evening. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Power outages and tree damage is possible due to the ice and wind. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.


Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Weather Forecast

Ice pellets
32.2°F
30.2°F
31.2°F
92%
0.66 in
75%
68%
22.6 mph
0.1


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.06 μg/m3
PM10: 3.34 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 191.77 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.86 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.17 μg/m3
Ozone: 81.36 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:30 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:06 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 36 mins
Moonrise: 8:02 AM
Moon Transit: 1:45 PM
Moonset: 7:42 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:47 AM - 4:17 AM
1:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Minor Periods

7:12 PM - 8:42 PM
7:32 AM - 9:02 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate or heavy snow showers
32.9°F
30.4°F
31.6°F
95%
0.06 in
89%
19%
13.9 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 2.3 μg/m3
PM10: 2.41 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 190.69 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.56 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.4 μg/m3
Ozone: 80.16 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:28 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:08 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 40 mins
Moonrise: 8:21 AM
Moon Transit: 4:07 PM
Moonset: 8:57 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 5.2%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:37 PM - 6:07 PM
3:37 PM - 6:07 PM

Minor Periods

8:27 PM - 9:57 PM
7:51 AM - 9:21 AM

Action Rating: 5 out of 5

Friday, February 20, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate rain
35.1°F
32.4°F
33.7°F
98%
2.55 in
88%
33%
18.8 mph
0.1


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.32 μg/m3
PM10: 3.38 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 214.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.73 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.44 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:26 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:09 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 43 mins
Moonrise: 8:40 AM
Moon Transit: 3:18 PM
Moonset: 10:12 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 11.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
2:48 PM - 5:18 PM

Minor Periods

9:42 PM - 11:12 PM
8:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Weather Forecast

Light freezing rain
28.8°F
23.4°F
27.5°F
82%
0.01 in
85%
7%
13 mph
0.4


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.86 μg/m3
PM10: 1.9 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 175.84 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.05 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.37 μg/m3
Ozone: 81.84 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:25 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:10 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 46 mins
Moonrise: 9:00 AM
Moon Transit: 4:07 PM
Moonset: 11:30 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 19.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

4:06 AM - 6:36 AM
3:37 PM - 6:07 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate snow
28.3°F
23.3°F
25.5°F
95%
0.13 in
65%
70%
13.6 mph
0.4


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.89 μg/m3
PM10: 1.9 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 216.81 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.97 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.26 μg/m3
Ozone: 68.77 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:23 AM
Sun Transit: 12:47 AM
Sunset: 6:12 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 49 mins
Moonrise: 9:24 AM
Moon Transit: 5:00 PM
Moonset: 12:30 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 29.1%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

4:57 AM - 7:27 AM
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Minor Periods

8:54 AM - 10:24 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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