88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
28
Marquette County, MI · Great Lakes
Presque Isle Park (Marquette)
Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855
A 323-acre city park on an oval peninsula jutting into Lake Superior at the north end of Marquette — pebble beaches (Black Rocks for the locally famous cliff-jumping), basalt cliffs, bogs, and old-growth forest.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
38°F water · Thunderstorms · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers between 1pm and 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 70, with temperatures rising to around 74 overnight. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 38°F water — dangerously cold — do not swim
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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0 Swim
61 Sunbathe
32 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
23%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
93°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
38°F
Too cold to swim
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:08 AM
Sunset
9:41 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
93°
Sunny
0%
53
89°
Sunny
0%
56
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
62
73°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
58
72°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
23
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
23
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 38°F — dangerously cold
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free park lots; no admission charge.
Dogs
Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Presque Isle Park (Marquette) today?
Presque Isle Park (Marquette) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Presque Isle Park (Marquette) dog-friendly?
Dogs only permitted inside enclosed vehicles within the park — a city ordinance to protect wildlife. Not allowed on beaches, the Fit Strip, Park Cemetery, or at special events.
Is there an entry fee at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
Entry to Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Presque Isle Park (Marquette). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
Amenities at Presque Isle Park (Marquette) include restrooms, concession (Island Store), picnic areas, playground, bandshell, hiking trails, gazebo.
When is the water warmest at Presque Isle Park (Marquette)?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Presque Isle Park (Marquette) located?
Presque Isle Park (Marquette) is in Marquette County, MI, at Peter White Dr, Marquette, MI 49855.
Nearby Beaches
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