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Weather & Climate in Beaverton, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Beaverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 48.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 723 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 723 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 977/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8807°N, 84.4877°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Gladwin County County |
| Nearest Airport | Mbs International (MBS) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 40.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 57.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 121 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
224 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 109 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 21, 1996 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 65 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 75 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1984 | EF3 | 56 km | 48.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF3 | 35 km | 11.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF3 | 62 km | 6.4 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1968 | EF3 | 82 km | 60.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2015 | EF2 | 92 km | 11.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 86 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1999 | EF2 | 33 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1995 | EF2 | 40 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1995 | EF2 | 82 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1994 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF2 | 41 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF2 | 56 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF2 | 45 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1985 | EF2 | 84 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1984 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1984 | EF2 | 93 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1982 | EF2 | 64 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD) (7,478 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD) | 7,478 | 75 km |
| 1990 | CRAWFORD15 | 6,868 | 91 km |
| 2021 | BRITTLE | 5,912 | 88 km |
| 2006 | HUGHES LAKE FIRE | 5,285 | 75 km |
| 2000 | NO PABLO | 5,266 | 87 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 3,759 | 85 km |
| 2018 | BRITTLE 04/30/2018 | 3,484 | 84 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,349 | 90 km |
| 2005 | ROSCOMMON4 | 2,109 | 41 km |
| 1987 | OGEMAW22 | 1,952 | 72 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,796 | 89 km |
| 2017 | BRITTLE 20 AND 23 RX | 1,557 | 84 km |
| 1988 | OGEMAW13 | 1,547 | 67 km |
| 2024 | RANGE 30 24-03 RX | 1,523 | 94 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,434 | 90 km |
| 1998 | OGEMAW16 | 1,391 | 67 km |
| 2008 | FOUR MILE | 1,348 | 87 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,276 | 86 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,267 | 83 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,217 | 90 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Beaverton has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.1").