Drummond Island

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A view of Big Shoals Bay on the southeastern end of Drummond Island

Today’s Forecast:

75°F
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KCIU
Observed at: 5:50 pm
Wind: 6 mph | Humidity: 44%

Tonight:Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Saturday:Partly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Night:A chance of rain showers between 10pm and 4am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 63, with temperatures rising to around 65 overnight. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Today’s Report:

Boating

Excellent
  100 /100

Ideal conditions for boating. Comfortable temperature (high near 71°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100

Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Ideal conditions for camping. Comfortable temperature (high near 71°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 93/100

🛶 Paddling

Excellent
  100 /100

Ideal conditions for paddling. Comfortable temperature (high near 71°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100

🐟 Fishing

Excellent
  100 /100

Ideal conditions for fishing. Comfortable temperature (high near 71°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 94/100

❄️ Snowmobiling

  5 /100

Not Recommended for snowmobiling. High near 71°F. Extreme heat (high near 71°F). Temperatures outside comfort limits (71°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Heat: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 5/100


About Drummond Island

Drummond Island is an eastern Upper Peninsula island destination for boating, paddling, camping, fishing, shoreline exploration, and quieter outdoor escapes. Weather planning starts before arrival because ferry timing, wind, water conditions, and limited services can all affect the day. It is best approached with conservative water plans and flexible island backups.

Make the Most of a Drummond Island Day

Check ferry updates, wind, storms, and water conditions before building a full island outing. Calm dry days are best for boating, paddling, and campground plans, while windy or stormy days are better for shorter drives, protected shore stops, or low-key camp time. Keep extra margin because island logistics make sudden pivots harder.

Weather Tips for Drummond Island

  • Ferry and water plans can be affected by wind, storms, fog, and rougher lake conditions.
  • Paddling and boating require extra caution around cold water, open exposure, and changing wind.
  • Remote island roads and campsites can be slow to dry after rain.
  • Cool lake air and evening temperatures can surprise visitors in spring, fall, and cloudy summer weather.

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast as a way to choose the best version of Drummond Island, not as a simple yes-or-no answer. Match the wind, rain timing, temperature, and water or trail conditions to the activity that gives your group the safest and most comfortable day.

7-Day Forecast for Drummond Island

75°F
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KCIU
Observed at: 5:50 pm
Wind: 6 mph | Humidity: 44%
Sat
80° 63°
14%
Sun
82° 65°
26%
Mon 🌧
83° 65°
58%
Tue
78° 63°
13%
Wed
78° 64°
5%
Thu
79° 66°
6%
Fri
79° --°
25%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

80° Sat 82° Sun 83° Mon 78° Tue 78° Wed 79° Thu 79° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

63° Sat 65° Sun 65° Mon 63° Tue 64° Wed 66° Thu 50° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 70 Sat 12 Sun 4 Mon 82 Tue 82 Wed 76 Thu 43 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: July 24, 2026 6:10 pm CDT