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Weather & Climate in Emmett, MI

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Emmett experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. The area receives 46.6 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 772 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates42.9934°N, 82.7653°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportSt Clair County International (PHN)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 46.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.6 / 100
Community Resilience89.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.4.

Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 100 km 3 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 97 km 5 km
Apr 12, 2007 11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio M2.8 142 km 5 km
May 14, 2017 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada M2.6 100 km 5 km
Sep 7, 2012 17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan M2.5 128 km 5 km
Mar 8, 2010 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan M2.5 96 km 18 km
Feb 7, 2016 6 km W of Put-in-Bay, Ohio M2.5 150 km 5 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 28 km 5 km
Feb 17, 2013 31 km E of Leamington, Canada M2.5 117 km 5 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tornado History

233 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 140 fatalities, 1,555 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Path Fatalities
Jun 8, 1953 EF5 89 km 18.9 mi 116
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 75 km 3.8 mi 1
May 8, 1964 EF4 36 km 3.3 mi 11
Jul 4, 1957 EF4 95 km 29.9 mi 0
May 12, 1956 EF4 91 km 6.8 mi 0
May 12, 1956 EF4 74 km 6.6 mi 3
Jun 8, 1953 EF4 38 km 33.8 mi 0
May 21, 1953 EF4 16 km 10.0 mi 2
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 72 km 1.7 mi 1
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 80 km 2.0 mi 0
Jun 21, 1996 EF3 88 km 1.0 mi 0
Sep 14, 1990 EF3 81 km 24.0 mi 0
Sep 2, 1984 EF3 23 km 15.6 mi 0
Aug 8, 1984 EF3 76 km 0.8 mi 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 62 km 23.0 mi 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF3 37 km 17.1 mi 1
Jul 14, 1974 EF3 64 km 1.0 mi 0
Aug 2, 1972 EF3 78 km 0.1 mi 0
Nov 20, 1957 EF3 71 km 1.5 mi 1
Jun 8, 1953 EF3 89 km 9.1 mi 0
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 32 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in

Emmett has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.6").

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