Gladwin County Climate
Gladwin County, Michigan
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
45.7°F
Annual Precip
34.0"
Annual Snowfall
48.5"
Extreme Heat Days
8
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,274
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Gladwin County
Climate Verdict
Gladwin County has a cool, averaging 45.7°F annually, moderate rainfall of 34.0 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 8.2 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 48.5 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 20.9°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 69.6°F. The 49°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Gladwin County closely matches the Michigan statewide average temperature of 45.7°F.
Climate Profile
About Gladwin County Weather
The midpoint of Michigan weather
Gladwin County averages 45.7°F annually, which is about 8 degrees cooler than the national median. It serves as a transitional climate between the southern plains and northern forests.
Matching the Michigan state average
Gladwin’s 45.7°F average perfectly matches the Michigan statewide average. Its 34.0 inches of precipitation is also nearly identical to the state mean of 34.5 inches.
Colder than the southern tier
Gladwin is about two degrees cooler than Genesee County to the southeast. It sees more snow than Eaton but significantly less than the 88 inches found in Crawford to the north.
Balanced seasons with snowy peaks
The county experiences 8 days of extreme heat over 90°F during its 69.6°F July average. Winters feature 48.5 inches of snow and a January average of 20.9°F.
Prepare for typical Michigan winters
The 48.5-inch snow total requires standard winter maintenance like snow blowers and salt. A winter average of 23.4°F means heating systems should be serviced annually to ensure efficiency.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.