Climate of Michigan, USA
Area-weighted average across Michigan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Michigan, a subdivision of United States of America, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -6.5°C / 20.3°F in January to 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in to 96 mm / 3.8 in depending on the season (822 mm / 32.4 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.5°C20.3°F | 51 mm2″ | Snowy |
| February | -5.6°C21.9°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| March | -1.2°C29.8°F | 54 mm2.1″ | Snowy |
| April | 5°C41°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| May | 11.1°C52°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| June | 15.9°C60.6°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| July | 19.2°C66.6°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 18.9°C66°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| September | 15°C59°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| October | 9.1°C48.4°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| November | 2.8°C37°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | -3.1°C26.4°F | 60 mm2.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Michigan?
Michigan, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 19.2°C / 66.6°F, and the driest is February at 37 mm / 1.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Michigan?
Michigan, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -6.5°C / 20.3°F in January to 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 822 mm / 32.4 in, with the wettest month being September (96 mm / 3.8 in) and the driest February (37 mm / 1.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Michigan?
The hottest month in Michigan is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.2°C / 66.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Michigan?
The coldest month in Michigan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -6.5°C / 20.3°F.
When does it rain most in Michigan?
The wettest month in Michigan is September, averaging about 96 mm / 3.8 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 37 mm / 1.5 in.