Scott Bay is a bay in Michigan.

What is the water temperature at Scott Bay?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Scott Bay in Michigan is 70°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy MACM4, 23.5 miles away.

What amenities does Scott Bay have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Scott Bay include camping-nearby.

Updated June 13, 2026

Scott Bay

Bay

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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bay in Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States of America

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy MACM4, as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM UTC

Water temp

70°F

21°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy MACM4 (23.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM UTC.

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Weather at Scott Bay

H: 76° L: 57°

Clear

59°

Feels like 59°

Precipitation

66%

Humidity

93%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🥶Too cold for most swimmers

12 AM

62°

3 AM

59°

6 AM

58°

9 AM

63°

12 PM

68°

3 PM

75°

6 PM

66°

9 PM

62°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Scott Bay?: Scott Bay is a bay in Michigan.
What is the water temperature at Scott Bay?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Scott Bay in Michigan is 70°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy MACM4, 23.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Scott Bay?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Scott Bay have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Scott Bay include camping-nearby.

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