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Weather & Climate in Ewen, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ewen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. The area receives 177.7 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 1,143 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,143 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 340/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5332°N, 89.2852°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Ontonagon County County |
| Nearest Airport | Marquette/Sawyer Regional (MQT) 91 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 4.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 66.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 67.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | No Rating |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | 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: M2.5.
| Jan 7, 2024 | 3 km NE of Mole Lake, Wisconsin | M2.5 | 117 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
55 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 8 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 7, 1970 | EF3 | 61 km | 37.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1991 | EF2 | 99 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1986 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF2 | 99 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1981 | EF2 | 82 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 1969 | EF2 | 79 km | 28.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1968 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1958 | EF2 | 73 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 58 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 70 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 74 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 99 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2016 | EF1 | 70 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 2016 | EF1 | 61 km | 2.4 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF1 | 91 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2012 | EF1 | 100 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 2010 | EF1 | 88 km | 4.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2005 | EF1 | 23 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 2001 | EF1 | 80 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1995 | EF1 | 54 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
5 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MARQUETTE9 (4,224 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | MARQUETTE9 | 4,224 | 99 km |
| 2007 | BARAGA BUMP | 1,047 | 52 km |
| 1987 | FOULDS CREEK | 750 | 100 km |
| 2009 | PINERY | 695 | 73 km |
| 2022 | LDF MARSH BURN 2022 | 503 | 72 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.2 in |
Ewen has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 15°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").