The best time to visit Michigan is between the months of May and October. Michigan observes its spring and autumn seasons during this time, making it ideal weather to enjoy the host of outdoor activities that Michigan has to offer. Michigan is known for its affinity to the Great Lakes and their waters cool down the climate of the peninsula quite a bit. The weather from May to July is on the warmer side, with July being the hottest month of the year. However, temperatures remain in the 69 to 89F range during the daytime. The nights in Michigan are significantly cooler, with temperatures 44F to 59F. The fishing season picks up in August, with temperatures reaching 80F during the day. September to October are fall months with the highest temperatures reaching 75F in September and lows of 0C or 32F in October. The state sees 5-6 hours of sunshine during these months but the fall foliage is a sight to behold for all tourists. Light rain hits the peninsulas and the weather is usually cloudy.