Where is Norfolk Bay?

Norfolk Bay is a bay in Michigan.

What is the water temperature at Norfolk Bay?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Norfolk Bay in Michigan is 72°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45029, 13.7 miles away.

What amenities does Norfolk Bay have?

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

Updated June 13, 2026

Norfolk Bay

Bay

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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bay in Ottawa 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 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 45029, as of Aug 21, 10:10 PM UTC

Water temp

72°F

22°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy 45029 (13.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:10 PM UTC.

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Weather at Norfolk Bay

H: 78° L: 59°

Patchy rain nearby

75°

Feels like 73°

Precipitation

19%

Humidity

67%

Wind

11 mph

UV Index

1.1

Water Conditions:

🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

63°

3 AM

60°

6 AM

59°

9 AM

67°

12 PM

77°

3 PM

76°

6 PM

75°

9 PM

70°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Norfolk Bay?: Norfolk Bay is a bay in Michigan.
What is the water temperature at Norfolk Bay?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Norfolk Bay in Michigan is 72°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 45029, 13.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Norfolk Bay?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.
What amenities does Norfolk Bay have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Norfolk Bay include camping-nearby.

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