Missaukee County Climate
Missaukee County, Michigan
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
43.8°F
Annual Precip
32.6"
Annual Snowfall
70.0"
Extreme Heat Days
7
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,982
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Missaukee County
Climate Verdict
Missaukee County has a cool, averaging 43.8°F annually, moderate rainfall of 32.6 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 7.35 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 70.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 19.1°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 67.5°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
Missaukee County closely matches the Michigan statewide average temperature of 45.7°F.
Climate Profile
About Missaukee County Weather
Missaukee County Experiences a Cooler Climate Profile
Missaukee averages 43.8°F annually, nearly 10 degrees cooler than the national median temperature. It is characterized by long winters and a short, mild summer season.
One of Michigan's Cooler Inland Counties
The county's average temperature of 43.8°F is almost 2 degrees lower than the Michigan state average. Its inland northern position limits the warming effects found further south.
Colder Than Its Neighboring Coastal Peers
Missaukee is significantly cooler than Mason County to the west, which averages 46.0°F. Without lake moderation, Missaukee faces harsher temperature swings and more intense cold.
Seventy Inches of Snow and Mild Heat
Winters are long with 70.0 inches of snow and a 19.1°F January average. Summer peaks at 67.5°F in July, with only 7 days of extreme heat per year.
Prepare for Persistent Winter Snow Coverage
Robust snow removal tools and winterized homes are essential for the 70-inch annual snow load. Heating systems must be reliable to handle the 21.6°F average winter temperatures.
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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.