Water Temperature of Lake Michigan Near Leland, MI

Current Water Temperature

65.5°F

Measurement Time: Tuesday, August 29, 2023, 9:00 PM EDT

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Good Harbor Bay; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore; North Manitou Island

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Lake Michigan

Station Name: Sleeping Bear Dunes
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 574 feet / 175 meters

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Leland, MI 49654
Leelanau County

GPS Coordinates: 44.982, -85.831

Nearby Water Temperatures

Manistee River, Mesick, MI (38.3 mi)
Manistee River, Mesick, MI (42.8 mi)
Little Traverse Bay, Petoskey, MI (46.5 mi)
Manistee River, Wellston, MI (50.2 mi)
Manistee River, Grayling, MI (52.2 mi)
Pine River, Hoxeyville, MI (54.6 mi)
Seul Choix Bay, Port Inland, MI (68.3 mi)
North Branch Au Sable River, Grayling, MI (71.5 mi)
South Branch Au Sable River, Grayling, MI (72.0 mi)
Straits of Mackinac, Mackinaw City, MI (77.7 mi)
Au Sable River, Luzerne, MI (78.3 mi)
Au Sable River, Mio, MI (86.2 mi)
Green Bay, Menominee, MI (86.2 mi)
Muskegon River, Big Rapids, MI (90.8 mi)
Kewaunee River, Kewaunee, WI (92.1 mi)

Weather Near Leland, Michigan

Current Weather

34°F
Light sleet showers
Conditions: Light sleet showers
Humidity: 92%
Feels Like: 21.2°F
Wind: NW 25.5 mph
Wind Gusts: 33.1 mph
Pressure: 29.42 in
Precipitation: 0.01 in
Cloud Cover: 100%
Visibility: 1 mi
UV Index: 0

Five Day Weather Forecast

Moderate rain
Wed
H: 47°F
L: 33°F
Moderate or heavy snow showers
Thu
H: 34°F
L: 31°F
Overcast
Fri
H: 30°F
L: 29°F
Patchy moderate snow
Sat
H: 30°F
L: 28°F
Heavy snow
Sun
H: 34°F
L: 27°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.05 μg/m3
PM10: 1.05 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 170.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.25 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 73 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:56 AM
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:05 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 10 mins
Moonrise: 12:56 AM
Moon Transit: 5:47 PM
Moonset: 10:49 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 35.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

5:28 AM - 7:58 AM
5:17 PM - 7:47 PM

Minor Periods

10:19 PM - 11:49 PM
12:26 AM - 1:56 PM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 2:54AM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday. * WHAT...Snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Lesser amounts along the immediate lakeshore. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Benzie, Leelanau, and Manistee Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Wind Advisory issued November 26 at 1:56AM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 1:56 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 5:30 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Beaver Island and surrounding islands, and Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Manistee, and Wexford Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow around loose objects, including blowing and drifting snow. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially in combination with snowfall. Use extra caution.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 3:32PM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:32 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 6:45 AM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected late this evening into Thursday morning. Localized dangerous travel will be possible under heavy lake effect snow bands Thursday morning into Thursday night, especially across stretches of US-131 and I-75. * WHAT...Lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Lesser amounts along the immediate lakeshore. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Benzie, Leelanau, and Manistee Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Wind Advisory issued November 26 at 3:00PM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:00 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Beaver Island and surrounding islands, and Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Manistee, and Wexford Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow around loose objects, including blowing and drifting snow. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 2:54AM EST until November 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Grand Traverse and Wexford Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 3:32PM EST until November 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:32 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 6:45 AM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected late this evening into Thursday morning. Localized dangerous travel will be possible under heavy lake effect snow bands Thursday morning into Thursday night, especially across stretches of US-131 and I-75. * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Additional snow expected beyond Thursday afternoon. * WHERE...Grand Traverse and Wexford Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely this evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 2:54AM EST until November 28 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday. * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches. Localized totals over 18 inches are possible in Kalkaska county. Lower snow totals of 6 to 10 inches possible across far western Antrim county. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Antrim and Kalkaska Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Wind Advisory issued November 26 at 1:56AM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 1:56 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 5:30 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow around loose objects, including blowing and drifting snow. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially in combination with snowfall. Use extra caution.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 3:32PM EST until November 28 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:32 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 6:45 AM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected late this evening into Thursday morning. Localized dangerous travel will be possible under heavy lake effect snow bands Thursday morning into Thursday night, especially across stretches of US-131 and I-75. * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches. Localized totals between 18 and 24 inches are possible in Kalkaska and southern Antrim county. Lower snow totals of 6 to 10 inches possible across far western Antrim and western Kalkaska counties. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Antrim and Kalkaska Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times this evening into Thursday morning. Heavy lake effect snow with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches or more per hour is expected to lead to near zero visibility at times on Thursday and lead to localized dangerous travel conditions on roadways, especially parts of US 131.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Wind Advisory issued November 26 at 3:00PM EST until November 27 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:00 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow around loose objects, including blowing and drifting snow. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 2:54AM EST until November 28 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Wed November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday. * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Locally higher amounts possible, especially across northern Roscommon and western Crawford counties. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Charlevoix, Crawford, Missaukee, Otsego, and Roscommon Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Winter Storm Warning issued November 26 at 3:32PM EST until November 28 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed November 26, 2025, 3:32 PM
Expires: Thu November 27, 2025, 6:45 AM

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan Wednesday night through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected late this evening into Thursday morning. Localized dangerous travel will be possible under heavy lake effect snow bands Thursday morning into Thursday night, especially across stretches of US-131 and I-75. * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches. Localized totals between 12 and 18 inches possible for western Crawford and far southwest Otsego county. Lesser amounts between 2 and 5 inches expected across western Charlevoix county. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Charlevoix, Crawford, Missaukee, Otsego, and Roscommon Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times this evening into Thursday morning. Heavy lake effect snow bands with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour may lead to near zero visibility at times and are expected to impact stretches of I 75, especially south of Exit 270 in Waters.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Moderate rain
Average Temperature: 40°F
Average Humidity: 88%
Chance of Rain: 88%
Wind: 40 mph
UV Index: 0.1

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.23 μg/m3
PM10: 5.25 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 245.53 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.01 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.32 μg/m3
Ozone: 41.44 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:56 AM
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:05 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 10 mins
Moonrise: 12:56 AM
Moon Transit: 5:47 PM
Moonset: 10:49 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 35.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

5:28 AM - 7:58 AM
5:17 PM - 7:47 PM

Minor Periods

10:19 PM - 11:49 PM
12:26 AM - 1:56 PM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Moderate or heavy snow showers
Average Temperature: 32.8°F
Average Humidity: 81%
Chance of Rain: 88%
Wind: 34 mph
UV Index: 0.1

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.11 μg/m3
PM10: 1.12 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 150.05 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.4 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.97 μg/m3
Ozone: 78.72 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:57 AM
Sun Transit: 12:31 AM
Sunset: 5:05 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 8 mins
Moonrise: 1:17 PM
Moon Transit: 6:33 PM
Moonset: 12:00 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 46.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

6:14 AM - 8:44 AM
6:03 PM - 8:33 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
12:47 AM - 2:17 PM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Friday, November 28, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Overcast
Average Temperature: 30.2°F
Average Humidity: 73%
Chance of Rain: 0%
Wind: 28.6 mph
UV Index: 0.1

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.49 μg/m3
PM10: 1.52 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 137.49 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.32 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.01 μg/m3
Ozone: 86.44 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:58 AM
Sun Transit: 12:31 AM
Sunset: 5:04 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 6 mins
Moonrise: 1:37 PM
Moon Transit: 7:18 PM
Moonset: 12:00 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 57.8%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
6:48 PM - 9:18 PM

Minor Periods

1:07 PM - 2:37 PM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Patchy moderate snow
Average Temperature: 29.4°F
Average Humidity: 83%
Chance of Rain: 72%
Wind: 14.5 mph
UV Index: 0.1

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 1.75 μg/m3
PM10: 1.78 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 147.45 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.33 μg/m3
Ozone: 78.08 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:59 AM
Sun Transit: 12:31 AM
Sunset: 5:04 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 5 mins
Moonrise: 1:55 PM
Moon Transit: 9:12 PM
Moonset: 1:13 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 68.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

8:42 PM - 11:12 PM
8:42 PM - 11:12 PM

Minor Periods

1:25 PM - 2:55 PM
12:43 AM - 2:13 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Heavy snow
Average Temperature: 30.1°F
Average Humidity: 81%
Chance of Rain: 84%
Wind: 29.3 mph
UV Index: 0.1

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 2.7 μg/m3
PM10: 2.71 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 186.47 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.57 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.2 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.23 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 8:01 AM
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 5:03 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 3 mins
Moonrise: 2:15 PM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 2:28 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 78.6%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
8:32 AM - 11:02 AM

Minor Periods

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
1:58 AM - 3:28 AM

Action Rating: 2 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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