Presque Isle County Climate
Presque Isle County, Michigan
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
44.6°F
Annual Precip
31.9"
Annual Snowfall
85.8"
Extreme Heat Days
8
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,113
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Presque Isle County
Climate Verdict
Presque Isle County has a cool, averaging 44.6°F annually, moderate rainfall of 31.9 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 8.350000000000001 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 85.8 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 20.2°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.4°F. The 48°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
Presque Isle County closely matches the Michigan statewide average temperature of 45.7°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Michigan.
Climate Profile
About Presque Isle County Weather
A northern climate with lower precipitation
Presque Isle County averages 44.6°F annually, placing it firmly in the cooler bracket of U.S. counties. Its 31.9 inches of annual precipitation is lower than the national median and the Michigan average.
Slightly cooler than the Michigan average
The county's 44.6°F average is about one degree cooler than the Michigan state average of 45.7°F. It represents the typical transition zone of the northern Lower Peninsula.
Comparable to nearby Roscommon County
With an average temperature of 44.6°F, Presque Isle is very similar to Roscommon’s 44.0°F. However, it experiences slightly more extreme heat days, totaling 8 per year compared to Roscommon's 6.
Significant snow and crisp summer nights
Winter delivers 85.8 inches of snow and January averages of 20.2°F. Summers are pleasant with a July average of 68.4°F, though the region still sees about 8 days of 90°F heat annually.
Winterize for nearly 86 inches of snow
Reliable snow tires and home insulation are critical for navigating the 85.8 inches of annual snowfall. Residents should also prepare for occasional summer spikes by ensuring fans or light cooling systems are available for the 8 extreme heat days.
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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.