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Detroit, MI Weather on August 27
August 27th in Detroit, MI typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 65°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 27th was in 1973 (85°F average), while the coldest was 1986 (58°F) — a 27°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 18% of August 27th dates historically, with the wettest August 27th recording 1.81" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on August 27
Planning for August 27th in Detroit, MI? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 27 Weather Records for Detroit
- •The all-time record high for August 27th in Detroit, MI is 97°F, set in 2024.
- •The coldest August 27th on record dropped to 51°F in 1986.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 27th in 10 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), August 27th was 10°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 27 ever in Detroit?
The warmest August 27 in Detroit, MI reached 97°F in 2024. That is 15°F above the long-term average high of 82°F.
What was the coldest August 27 ever in Detroit?
The coldest August 27 in Detroit, MI dropped to 51°F in 1986. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 65°F.
What is the average temperature on August 27 in Detroit?
On August 27, Detroit averages a high of 82°F and a low of 65°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DETROIT CITY AP.
How many years of weather data are available for August 27 in Detroit?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 27 in Detroit, MI, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 27 Weather History in Detroit
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 97°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 74°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 79°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 86°F | 72°F | 1.81" | -- |
| 2020 | 93°F | 73°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2019 | 82°F | 66°F | 0.57" | -- |
| 2018 | 91°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 75°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 84°F | 71°F | 1.01" | -- |
| 2015 | 67°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 91°F | 65°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2013 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 79°F | 70°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2011 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 79°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 70°F | 56°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2008 | 80°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 77°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 77°F | 66°F | 0.44" | -- |
| 2005 | 83°F | 70°F | 0.72" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 81°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 84°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 79°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 83°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 63°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 87°F | 64°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 81°F | 65°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 75°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 1994 | 86°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 93°F | 75°F | -- | -- |
| 1992 | 70°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 1991 | 88°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 1990 | 90°F | 77°F | -- | -- |
| 1989 | 85°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 77°F | 59°F | -- | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 58°F | -- | -- |
| 1986 | 64°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 1985 | 79°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 1984 | 86°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 1983 | 90°F | 75°F | -- | -- |
| 1982 | 76°F | 55°F | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 77°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 1980 | 89°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 1979 | 72°F | 57°F | -- | -- |
| 1978 | 83°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 1977 | 90°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 1976 | 92°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 1975 | 83°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 82°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 95°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 75°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 72°F | 60°F | 0.99" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DETROIT CITY AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Detroit, MI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.