Pontiac Silverdome Stadium
Former large dome stadium near Detroit
A once-massive domed stadium in Pontiac, Michigan, historically home to the NFL's Detroit Lions and major events; sports historians and nostalgia-seekers visit the site for its role in 20th-century American sports (demolished 2017).
Pontiac Silverdome at a Glance#
Hours: Closed / demolished (Silverdome demolished in 2017)
About Pontiac Silverdome#
The Pontiac Silverdome was a domed stadium in Pontiac, Michigan, that opened in 1975 and served as a large multiuse venue in suburban Detroit. It was best known as the home of the NFL’s Detroit Lions from 1975 through 2001.
The Silverdome hosted professional football, major concerts, and other large events, and it was one of the largest stadiums of its kind in the United States while in operation. By the early 21st century the facility fell into disuse and maintenance issues led to its demolition.
After decades of use and changing ownership, the stadium was cleared and demolished in 2017. The site lies in the city of Pontiac, approximately 30 kilometres north of downtown Detroit in southeast Michigan.
- Capacity and opening: Opened in 1975 with a seating capacity configured for over 80,000 spectators for major American football events, it later hosted NFL games and large concerts before being demolished.
Best Time to Visit Pontiac Silverdome#
The Silverdome is not visitable - it was demolished in 2017.
Weather & Climate near Pontiac Silverdome#
Pontiac Silverdome's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (792 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -1° | -11° | 40 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -8° - 1° | -9° | 39 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 7° | -3° | 61 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 14° | 5° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.4h |
| June | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 29° | 23° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 21° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 66 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 1° | -7° | 61 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |