Weather & Climate in Harvey, MI
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Harvey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 102.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 / among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 670 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-8°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 670 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4836°N, 87.3567°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Marquette County County |
| Nearest Airport | Marquette/Sawyer Regional (MQT) 13 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 19.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 90.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 69.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 53.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 88.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tornado History
49 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 20 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 11, 1987 | EF3 | 89 km | 71.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1986 | EF3 | 97 km | 24.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1992 | EF2 | 75 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1991 | EF2 | 93 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1984 | EF2 | 99 km | 27.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1981 | EF2 | 77 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1972 | EF2 | 48 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 22, 1968 | EF2 | 80 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1964 | EF2 | 28 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 8, 1959 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 31, 2020 | EF1 | 84 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF1 | 84 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 2016 | EF1 | 90 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF1 | 37 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2016 | EF1 | 58 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2012 | EF1 | 61 km | 7.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 30, 2002 | EF1 | 93 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2000 | EF1 | 45 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1998 | EF1 | 74 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MARQUETTE9 (4,224 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | MARQUETTE9 | 4,224 | 48 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE11 | 3,983 | 20 km |
| 1987 | EIGHT MILE | 3,475 | 85 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE13 | 2,491 | 29 km |
| 2007 | BARAGA BUMP | 1,047 | 96 km |
| 1987 | SCHOOLCRAFT7 | 943 | 94 km |
| 2009 | FALLS | 820 | 33 km |
| 2009 | PINERY | 695 | 85 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE10 | 671 | 34 km |
| 2008 | C 3 | 658 | 97 km |
| 1984 | UNNAMED | 575 | 66 km |
| 2019 | DUTCH MILL | 551 | 58 km |
| 1986 | MARQUETTE9 | 521 | 45 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in |
Harvey has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.5").