Menominee County Climate
Menominee County, Michigan
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
42.9°F
Annual Precip
31.3"
Annual Snowfall
70.2"
Extreme Heat Days
6
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,972
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Menominee County
Climate Verdict
Menominee County has a cool, averaging 42.9°F annually, moderate rainfall of 31.3 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 6.2 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 70.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 16.0°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 67.6°F. Residents experience a substantial 52°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Menominee County closely matches the Michigan statewide average temperature of 45.7°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Michigan.
Climate Profile
About Menominee County Weather
Menominee County Is Defined by Northern Cold
Menominee’s average annual temperature of 42.9°F is more than 10 degrees lower than the national median. It experiences a rigorous northern climate with short, mild summers.
Colder Than the Rest of Michigan
At 42.9°F, Menominee is nearly 3 degrees colder than the state average of 45.7°F. It represents the colder, more volatile weather patterns of the Upper Peninsula.
The Warmer Side of the Upper Peninsula
Though cold, Menominee is warmer than Marquette County, which averages just 40.3°F. It experiences about half the snowfall of its neighbor to the north but remains significantly snowier than the Lower Peninsula.
Deep Winters and Comfortable Summers
The county faces 70.2 inches of annual snow and a frigid 16.0°F January. Summer is very mild, averaging 65.7°F with only 6 days of extreme heat reaching 90°F.
Heating Reliability Is the Top Priority
Winter survival gear and secondary heating sources are recommended for the prolonged cold season. Residents should also be prepared for significant snow removal with an average of 70 inches per year.
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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.