Charlevoix County Climate
Charlevoix County, Michigan
Avg Annual Temp
45.7°F
Annual Precip
34.3"
Annual Snowfall
111.4"
Extreme Heat Days
7.775
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Charlevoix County Weather
A True Northern Michigan Climate
Charlevoix County averages 45.7°F annually, placing it nearly 10 degrees below the national median. This region is defined by its dramatic winter transformation and cool lakeside summers.
Perfectly Matching the Michigan Average
The county's 45.7°F average temperature matches the state mean exactly. However, its 111.4 inches of snow is vastly higher than many other Michigan counties.
A Leader in Annual Snowfall
With 111.4 inches of snow, Charlevoix is one of the snowiest places in the Lower Peninsula. It receives nearly 20 inches more snow than neighboring Benzie County.
Cold Winters and Mild Summers
Winter temperatures average a chilly 24.3°F, while summers are brief with a 66.9°F average. Despite the northern location, it still reaches 90°F about 8 times per year.
Prepare for Intense Winter Maintenance
Residents require heavy-duty snowblowers or plowing services to manage 9 feet of snow. Structural roof checks are recommended due to the heavy snow loads typical of this region.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.