Manistee County Climate
Manistee County, Michigan
Avg Annual Temp
45.9°F
Annual Precip
36.9"
Annual Snowfall
106.1"
Extreme Heat Days
5.449999999999999
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Manistee County Weather
The Epicenter of Lake Effect
Manistee County averages 45.9°F annually, keeping it well below the national median. Its location on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan creates a climate defined by moisture and massive snowfall.
Matching the Michigan Average
Manistee's 45.9°F average temperature sits perfectly in line with the Michigan state average of 45.7°F. While the temperature is average, the 36.9 inches of precipitation is above the state norm.
A Twin to Leelanau's Climate
Manistee and Leelanau share an identical annual average of 45.9°F. However, Manistee receives slightly less snow than its northern neighbor, though it still exceeds 100 inches annually.
Buried in Snow, Cool in Summer
The county endures 106.1 inches of snowfall annually, while summers remain mild with only five days of extreme heat. July averages a comfortable 68.4°F, cooled by prevailing lake breezes.
Prepare for Intense Winter Work
Residents must invest in professional-grade snow removal gear for the 106-inch winter average. Modern HVAC systems should focus on heating efficiency, as extreme summer heat is relatively rare.
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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.