Water Temperature of the Rifle River in Sterling, MI
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Measurement Time: Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 8:15 AM EDT
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Station Name: RIFLE RIVER NEAR STERLING, MI
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 669 feet / 204 meters
Nearest Address:
401 Melita Rd
Sterling, MI 48659
Arenac County
GPS Coordinates: 44.0725203, -84.0199939
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Weather for Sterling, Michigan
Current Weather

Humidity: 93%
Feels Like: 21.7°F
Wind: SSE 10.1 mph
Wind Gusts: 14.6 mph
Precipitation: 0.03 in
Cloud Cover: 100%
Visibility: 1 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 33°F
L: 22°F

Mon
H: 29°F
L: 18°F

Tue
H: 30°F
L: 20°F

Wed
H: 30°F
L: 17°F

Thu
H: 24°F
L: 12°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.65 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.95 μg/m3
Ozone: 62 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 9 mins
Moon Transit: 8:44 PM
Moonset: 2:20 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 78.6%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:39 AM - 11:09 AM8:14 PM - 10:44 PM
Minor Periods
1:38 PM - 3:08 PM1:50 AM - 3:20 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Winter Storm Warning issued November 29 at 2:13PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 2:13 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 4:00 AM
...WIDESPREAD SNOW TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected, especially later tonight. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. * WHERE...Alcona, Arenac, Gladwin, Iosco, and Ogemaw Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. If travel is 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 November 29 at 10:26PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 10:26 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 10:30 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected, especially later tonight. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches through Sunday afternoon. * WHERE...Alcona, Arenac, Gladwin, Iosco, and Ogemaw Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult due to buildup of snow / slush on area thoroughfares.
If travel is necessary, proceed with 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 November 29 at 2:13PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 2:13 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 4:00 AM
...WIDESPREAD SNOW TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph Sunday morning into the afternoon will lead to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated due to slick roads and areas of lower visibility.
If travel is necessary, proceed with 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 November 29 at 10:26PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 10:26 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 10:30 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph Sunday morning into the afternoon will lead to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated due to slick roads and areas of lower visibility.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 29 at 9:38PM EST until November 30 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 9:38 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 5:45 AM
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. * WHERE...Clare, Osceola, Lake, and Mason Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 29 at 2:13PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 2:13 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 4:00 AM
...WIDESPREAD SNOW TONIGHT INTO SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph Sunday morning into the afternoon will lead to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated due to slick roads and areas of lower visibility.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 29 at 10:26PM EST until November 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Effective: Sat November 29, 2025, 10:26 PM
Expires: Sun November 30, 2025, 10:30 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph Sunday morning into the afternoon will lead to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated due to slick roads and areas of lower visibility.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 29.8°F
Average Humidity: 89%
Wind: 18.6 mph
UV Index: 0.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.24 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.37 μg/m3
Ozone: 69.04 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 9 mins
Moon Transit: 8:44 PM
Moonset: 2:20 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 78.6%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:39 AM - 11:09 AM8:14 PM - 10:44 PM
Minor Periods
1:38 PM - 3:08 PM1:50 AM - 3:20 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 24.4°F
Average Humidity: 82%
Wind: 10.7 mph
UV Index: 0.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.32 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.2 μg/m3
Ozone: 83.48 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:25 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 8 mins
Moon Transit: 9:36 PM
Moonset: 3:37 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 87.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:30 AM - 12:00 AM9:06 PM - 11:36 PM
Minor Periods
2:01 PM - 3:31 PM3:07 AM - 4:37 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 26.5°F
Average Humidity: 89%
Wind: 8.1 mph
UV Index: 0.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.55 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:25 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 6 mins
Moon Transit: 10:32 PM
Moonset: 4:59 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 93.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
10:23 AM - 12:53 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
2:28 PM - 3:58 PM4:29 AM - 5:59 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 25°F
Average Humidity: 94%
Wind: 16.6 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.07 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.1 μg/m3
Ozone: 70.28 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:26 AM
Sunset: 4:58 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 5 mins
Moon Transit: 11:34 PM
Moonset: 6:24 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 98.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
11:22 AM - 1:52 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
3:03 PM - 4:33 PM5:54 AM - 7:24 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 20.5°F
Average Humidity: 88%
Wind: 11 mph
UV Index: 1
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.6 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.13 μg/m3
Ozone: 76.85 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:26 AM
Sunset: 4:58 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 4 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:49 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM12:27 AM - 2:57 PM
Minor Periods
3:51 PM - 5:21 PM7:19 AM - 8:49 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
