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Detroit, MI Weather on July 11
Detroit hits 92°F on July 11, 1972 - the hottest on record
On July 11, 1972, Detroit experienced its hottest temperature ever recorded for this date, reaching 92°F, a full 9 degrees above the normal high of 83°F. The record low for this date stands at 52°F from 1978, showing a dramatic 40-degree swing possible between the warmest and coldest July 11ths in the city's 55-year temperature history. This range illustrates the variability Detroit can experience in mid-summer weather.
What to Expect on July 11
Planning for July 11th in Detroit, MI? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest July 11 ever in Detroit?
The warmest July 11 in Detroit, MI reached 92°F in 1976. That is 9°F above the long-term average high of 83°F.
What was the coldest July 11 ever in Detroit?
The coldest July 11 in Detroit, MI dropped to 52°F in 1978. That is 12°F below the long-term average low of 64°F.
What is the average temperature on July 11 in Detroit?
On July 11, Detroit averages a high of 83°F and a low of 64°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DETROIT CITY AP.
How many years of weather data are available for July 11 in Detroit?
We have 55 years of weather records for July 11 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.
July 11 Weather History in Detroit
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 85°F | 70°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2024 | 85°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 90°F | 69°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 2022 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 70°F | 66°F | 1.09" | -- |
| 2020 | 88°F | 68°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2019 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 85°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 83°F | 66°F | 1.5" | -- |
| 2016 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 82°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 78°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 88°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 83°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 85°F | 70°F | 1.35" | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 70°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2009 | 88°F | 63°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 80°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 81°F | 66°F | 2.06" | -- |
| 2005 | 91°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 73°F | 63°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2002 | 77°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 77°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 81°F | 61°F | -- | -- |
| 1999 | 81°F | 57°F | -- | -- |
| 1998 | 84°F | 56°F | -- | -- |
| 1997 | 82°F | 57°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 81°F | 54°F | -- | -- |
| 1995 | 84°F | 65°F | -- | -- |
| 1994 | 78°F | 56°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 89°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 1992 | 80°F | 65°F | -- | -- |
| 1991 | 82°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 1990 | 69°F | 61°F | -- | -- |
| 1989 | 88°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 89°F | 71°F | -- | -- |
| 1987 | 90°F | 74°F | -- | -- |
| 1986 | 69°F | 63°F | -- | -- |
| 1985 | 75°F | 62°F | -- | -- |
| 1984 | 83°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 1983 | 88°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 1982 | 83°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 90°F | 68°F | -- | -- |
| 1980 | 91°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 1979 | 84°F | 69°F | -- | -- |
| 1978 | 72°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 1977 | 81°F | 60°F | -- | -- |
| 1976 | 92°F | 73°F | -- | -- |
| 1975 | 74°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 78°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 74°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 92°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 83°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DETROIT CITY AP
How Has July 11 Changed?
The last decade has been 4.9°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
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.