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Weather & Climate in Harrisville, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Harrisville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.4 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 629 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 629 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 768/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6575°N, 83.2946°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Alcona County County |
| Nearest Airport | Alpena County Regional (APN) 32 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 84.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 53.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
86 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 47 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 65 km | 35.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 63 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF3 | 94 km | 11.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF3 | 66 km | 6.4 mi | 1 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF3 | 23 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 26, 2021 | EF2 | 74 km | 6.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 80 km | 11.6 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 64 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2007 | EF2 | 41 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1995 | EF2 | 89 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1995 | EF2 | 67 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1993 | EF2 | 87 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF2 | 90 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1977 | EF2 | 74 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 30, 1976 | EF2 | 31 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 1974 | EF2 | 74 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 1964 | EF2 | 85 km | 17.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1957 | EF2 | 82 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF2 | 45 km | 16.6 mi | 4 |
| Aug 28, 2018 | EF1 | 79 km | 0.2 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 | 91 km |
| 1990 | CRAWFORD15 | 6,868 | 98 km |
| 2021 | BRITTLE | 5,912 | 41 km |
| 2006 | HUGHES LAKE FIRE | 5,285 | 78 km |
| 2000 | NO PABLO | 5,266 | 57 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 3,759 | 44 km |
| 2018 | BRITTLE 04/30/2018 | 3,484 | 45 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,349 | 39 km |
| 1987 | OGEMAW22 | 1,952 | 74 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,796 | 39 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,751 | 28 km |
| 1984 | RIVER ROAD | 1,693 | 28 km |
| 2017 | BRITTLE 20 AND 23 RX | 1,557 | 44 km |
| 1988 | OGEMAW13 | 1,547 | 79 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,434 | 38 km |
| 1998 | OGEMAW16 | 1,391 | 83 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,276 | 43 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 1,217 | 39 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,168 | 43 km |
| 2010 | BRITTLE FUELS BLOCK 10 | 1,076 | 43 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in |
Harrisville has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 20°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.4").