Weather & Climate in Cheboygan, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cheboygan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The area receives 87.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6419°N, 84.4688°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Cheboygan County County |
| Nearest Airport | Pellston Regional/Emmet County (PLN) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 83.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 79.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
57 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 64 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 20, 2022 | EF3 | 81 km | 17.5 mi | 2 |
| Jul 3, 1974 | EF3 | 80 km | 11.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 79 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 31, 1977 | EF2 | 91 km | 19.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1975 | EF2 | 100 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF2 | 60 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1957 | EF2 | 61 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2014 | EF1 | 81 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF1 | 33 km | 10.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 2004 | EF1 | 83 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 1, 2002 | EF1 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1999 | EF1 | 87 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1993 | EF1 | 65 km | 11.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1993 | EF1 | 22 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 5, 1993 | EF1 | 22 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF1 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1988 | EF1 | 88 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1988 | EF1 | 42 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 12, 1988 | EF1 | 86 km | 3.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1987 | EF1 | 52 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
9 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,059 acres, 1994).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 4,059 | 89 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,020 | 90 km |
| 2022 | BLUE LAKES | 2,554 | 53 km |
| 1998 | CAMP FAUNCE | 1,922 | 71 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 1,844 | 88 km |
| 1985 | CRAWFORD45 | 1,412 | 89 km |
| 1999 | MACKINAC3 | 741 | 78 km |
| 2019 | RIFLE RANGE | 729 | 84 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 575 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Cheboygan has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 19°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").